Research Opportunities - Cardiology | Washington University in St. Louis - Military Veterans

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Several positions are available in the Stitziel Laboratory within the Division of Cardiology and Department of Medicine at WashU Medicine in St. Louis, USA. We seek highly motivated, creative, independent, and enthusiastic scientists to continue our translational studies of the human genetic basis of cardiovascular disease. Our lab recently discovered that the novel extracellular matrix protein SVEP1 causally promotes cardiometabolic disease in humans and small animals (Jung et al, Science Translational Medicine 2021) likely by interacting with the orphan receptor PEAR1 (Elenbaas et al, Nature Communications 2023). We seek candidates at different levels, including postdocs, to continue our work in functionally characterizing the impact of this novel interaction on vascular biology and disease pathogenesis. Our research program provides a highly collaborative and supportive training environment to develop and foster independent careers. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to use novel multi-omics approaches to fully characterize molecular mechanisms with direct relevance to human disease. Individuals with experience in animal models of cardiovascular disease and/or protein biochemistry will be highly competitive. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Working Conditions: This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals. Salary Range: Base pay is commensurate with experience. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Candidates with additional education and experience are encouraged to apply. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Certifications: No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. 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