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Employment Opportunities


Post Doctoral Level

The Peirce-Cottler laboratory has the following postdoctoral positions open:

Postdoctoral Researchers in Inflammation, Stem Cell Homing, and Microvascular Remodeling:

A major focus of the project will be to investigate the role of sphingosine-1 phosphate receptors on inflammation, circulating stem cell recruitment, and microvascular growth and remodeling. Applicants should have a strong background in cell biology, molecular biology and physiology, as well as proficiency in hands-on laboratory techniques such as cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and (ideally) small animal surgery experience. This work is being done as a part of a collaboration between Drs. Edward Botchwey (Dept. of Biomedical Engineering), Shayn Peirce-Cottler (Dept. of Biomedical Engineering), and Wamhoff (Dept. of Medicine, Cardiology Division). The position will remain open until filled.

To apply for this postdoctoral position, please send a cover letter, CV, brief statement of research accomplishments and career goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. Shayn Peirce-Cottler (smp6p@virginia.edu).

The Papin laboratory has the following computational systems biology postdoctoral positions available in collaboration with the Peirce-Cottler laboratory:

1) Signaling network modeling: This individual will reconstruct and analyze intracellular signaling networks of smooth muscle cells and endothelial cells. These network models will interface with an agent-based model of an atherosclerotic plaque and will be further validated by comparison with experimental measurements on ApoE -/- knockout mice. This work is being done in collaboration with Dr. Shayn Peirce-Cottler and other researchers at the University of Virginia as part of a larger investigation of plaque progression in atherosclerosis.

2) Multiscale modeling: The primary role of this postdoctoral fellow will be to develop an approach for integrating computational models and experimental data across multiple spatial and temporal scales to investigate plaque progression in atherosclerosis. This project is in collaboration with Dr. Shayn Peirce-Cottler and other researchers at the University of Virginia, including another postdoctoral researcher in the Papin Lab (see above).

Excellent communication skills and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, bioinformatics, chemical engineering, or in biochemistry, molecular biology with strong experience in a quantitative field, are required. Individuals with computational modeling and experimental systems biology expertise particularly relevant to the current project areas are especially encouraged to apply. The positions will remain open until filled.

To apply for any of these postdoctoral positions, please send a cover letter specifying the position(s) for which you are applying, CV, brief statement of research accomplishments and career goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. Jason Papin (papin@virginia.edu).

Graduate Level

Please inquire by contacting Dr. Peirce-Cottler directly.

For more information, a link to the UVA BME Graduate Program can be found at: http://www.bme.virginia.edu/grad/.



Undergraduate Level

Volunteer Research Technician:

The Peirce-Cottler laboratory is currently seeking Undergraduate volunteers who are willing to work 4-10 hours per week performing basic laboratory technician work and assisting graduate students with data acquisition and analysis. This position is seen as an entry point for continued independent research in the Peirce-Cottler laboratory.

Grade of B+ or better in an undergraduate Chemistry laboratory course is required. Please send resume and cover letter via email to Dr. Peirce-Cottler.

Independent Research Projects:

The Peirce-Cottler laboratory is currently seeking rising 3rd and 4th year BME undergraduate students for Independent Research Projects (Research for Credit). Projects range from in vivo analysis of microvascular patterning to in vitro analysis of adult stem cell behaviors to agent-based computational modeling of wound healing processes. Specific projects will be tailored to the research interests of the student.

Grade of B+ or better in an undergraduate Chemistry laboratory course is required. Please send resume and cover letter via email to Dr. Peirce-Cottler.

BME Capstone Design Projects:

The Peirce-Cottler laboratory is currently seeking rising 4th year BME undergraduate students for BME Capstone Design Projects. Projects range from in vivo analysis of microvascular patterning to in vitro analysis of adult stem cell behaviors to agent-based computational modeling of wound healing processes. Other projects on medical device design and medical teaching devices are also available. Specific projects will be tailored to the research interests of the student.

Grade of B+ or better in the BME IDEAS Laboratory Course is required. Please inquire via email to Dr. Peirce-Cottler.