Post-Doctoral Scholar in Osteoarthritis Research
Post-Doctoral Scholar in Osteoarthritis Research
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Job Description
The Opportunity
The Kean Cell and Tissue Engineering Lab is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Scholar to join our cuttingedge research team. We are focused on developing diseasemodifying therapies for osteoarthritis (OA) with an emphasis on innovative drug discovery delivery systems and cartilage repair strategies. This position is funded by two NIH R21 grants aimed at investigating novel approaches to tackle OA through bioengineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research on targeted drug delivery systems for OA therapeutics focusing on in vivo phage display for jointtargeting peptides.
- Screen FDAapproved for their ability to stimulate lubricin expression in human cartilage and mouse models of posttraumatic osteoarthritis.
- Use advanced imaging techniques (e.g. fluorescence and magnetic particle imaging) to track drug delivery systems in preclinical models.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers biologists and clinicians to translate research findings into potential therapeutic strategies.
- Prepare manuscripts present research at scientific meetings and contribute to grant writing.
- Provide mentorship to students/trainees in the research group
What We Offer:
- WorkLife Balance: We value a balanced lifestyle offering flexible work hours and a supportive collaborative lab environment. Enjoy the benefits of working in a toptier academic setting while maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Thriving Research Community: Located in the Medical City of Lake Nona a hub for medical innovation youll have access to cuttingedge research facilities including the UCF College of Medicine fostering a dynamic interdisciplinary network.
- Vibrant Orlando Environment: Orlando offers a high quality of life with a warm climate and proximity to worldclass attractions. Youll be part of a rapidly growing biotech community within the Orlando area.
- Academic Excellence: UCF is one of the largest universities in the U.S. with a vibrant and diverse undergraduate population providing opportunities for mentoring and collaboration in a researchdriven academic setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Biomedical Engineering Cell and Molecular Biology Pharmacology or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with nanoparticle drug delivery systems tissue engineering or musculoskeletal research.
- Strong expertise in cell culture 3D models and animal studies (e.g. murine models of osteoarthritis).
- Familiarity with highthroughput cell based drug screening and molecular biology techniques (e.g. ELISA histology).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Established track record of peerreviewed publication.
Additional Application Materials Required:
UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website In addition to the online application interested candidates must upload: a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; and a list with contact information for three 3 professional references.
NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later. Incomplete applications with missing documents cannot be considered.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and as applicable U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.
Questions regarding this search may be directed to Brittany Hofmann HR Business Partner at
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
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Job Close Date:
Open until filled.
Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as Open until filled may close at any time without notice. As such we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
- Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid time off including annual 12month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings options.
- Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
- Education assistance.
- Flexible work environment.
- And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35 prior to offering employment to certain individuals in researchrelated positions UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S. or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education employment or training in China Cuba Iran Russia North Korea Syria or Venezuela.
The additional screening requirements only apply to researchrelated positions including but not limited to faculty graduate positions individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds postdoctoral positions undergraduate positions visiting assistant professors and visiting research associates.
Department
College of Medicine (COM) Department of Medicine OperationsWork Schedule
VariesType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
NegotiableEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a Florida public university UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smokefree campus and an EVerify employer.
To request an accommodation with the application or interview process please contact the Office of Institutional Equity by telephone:; email; or visit in person: 12701 Scholarship Drive Orlando FL.
Employment Type
Full-Time
