Advanced Research Scientist

The Division of Vascular Surgery, Morsani School of Medicine, University of South Florida is seeking applications for a senior Postdoctoral Research Associate focused on peripheral arterial disease, endothelial and muscle cell function and ischemia-reperfusion injury. A fully equipped laboratory is available in a state-of- the-art facility with access to advanced core resources. (https://health.usf.edu/medicine/heart-institute).

Nature of Work: Performs a variety of lab and/or field experiments which require competency with standard and more advanced scientific techniques and equipment in disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology/microscopy. Work also includes contribution to the design, execution, and troubleshooting of the experiments. Modifications to the methods is expected to be based on familiarity with the essential underlying principles, and are made in a semiautonomous manner. The individual may act as a laboratory expert in certain specialized techniques, such as physiologic, molecular, genomic, or microscopic methods. Analysis of results may rise to a greater level than Research Scientist. This position is grant funded.

Applicants will participate in a research program focused on basic cardiovascular electrophysiology, ion channel trafficking, calcium dynamics, muscle/vascular cell isolation, fluorescent staining, data analysis and exercise functional recording. Priority will be given to candidates with experience in basic scientific evaluation of endothelial cells, smooth muscle cells and skeletal myocytes.

Provides data or figures of publication quality for manuscripts or grants.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a natural, physical or medical science with 2 years of experience.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within a selected area of specialization.