Staff Scientist Plastic Reconstructive Surgery , Department of Surgery SOM

Virginia Commonwealth Universitys Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is expanding its research lab to encompass basic science clinical research translational science and device development. Our lab is dedicated to investigating skin biology skin conditions such as keloids and hypertrophic scars burn physiology and the regeneration of skin and soft tissues.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled PhD to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting ongoing research initiatives in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery. This position will primarily involve laboratory work geared towards advancing these goals including the utilization of cellular models sequencing patient and animal samples and analyzing therapeutic compounds. Additionally the role will entail conducting small and large animal experiments under appropriate guidance to further basic science and therapeutic developments with the ultimate objective of translating bench research into clinical applications.
Collaboration with plastic surgery faculty members is central to this position encompassing all aspects of research from project development and securing IRB/IACUC approval to executing experiments facilitating weekly meetings and ensuring the smooth functioning of the laboratory. The fellow will also be expected to draft grant proposals under faculty guidance fostering the development of independent research skills and fostering collaboration across various disciplines and faculties. This opportunity will enable the fellow to evolve into an independent researcher capable of making significant contributions to the field.

This is a restricted position withno set end date; continued employment isdependent upon project need availability of funding and performance.

Required Education & Experience
PhD in a related field
Experience working with animals (rodents and swine)
Experience with cellular models processing samples sequencing animal models heart function and muscle physiology
Experience in wet lab techniques (histological and molecular analysis)
Ability to independently manage multiple projects
Basic understanding of and proficiency with biostatistics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Education & Experience
Experience in biomedical engineering and/or with the design of medical devices is a plus

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCUs sponsored research the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health vision and dental coverage life-insurance short and long-term disability coverage retirement planning tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs flexible spending accounts tuition benefits significant paid-time off 12 paid holidays and more. Explore our benefits further here: School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health systems facilities you will need to follow VCU Health System policies which will include but will not be limited to vaccination requirements.

VCUis committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veterans period(s) ofmilitary service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. Thismay provide veterans with an increased leave accrual!

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Mary Waite

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