Post-Doc Research Associate | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Military Veterans
at HERC- Southeast
Vacancy ID: PDS003482 Position Summary/Description: The Antoniak lab focuses on preclinical models of different cardiovascular diseases with emphasis on the role of protease-activated receptors (PARs), coagulation proteases and platelets in innate immune responses during viral myocarditis and influenza infection. Furthermore, the lab works on protease-activated receptors in different cardiac injury models such as chemotherapy-induced heart failure. As a member of the UNC Blood Research Center, we are part of a highly collaborative, dynamic, and stimulating research group that makes feasible multidisciplinary research, ensuring an outstanding postdoctoral training experience. This lab has open positions for two projects: 1) The role of blood coagulation, coagulation-dependent signaling and platelets in viral infections of the heart and lung. 2) Coagulation-dependent signaling in chemotherapy-induced heart failure. Education and Experience: A strong background in cell culture, isolation of immune and cardiovascular cells, real-time PCR , ELISA , Western blots, biochemical assays and mouse models are essential skills for the position. The successful candidate(s) will have excellent written and verbal English communication skills and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Eligibility to apply for NIH Training Grants would also be a distinct advantage.
Chapel Hill, NC
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