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The Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, at the University of California, Los Angeles invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Position. The laboratory is located within CHS under the direction of Dr. Mingxia Gu. Our research group is at the forefront of pioneering the next generation of human-induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived organoid models. We focus on creating organoids with precise cell types, architecture, and functions that closely mirror their in vivo counterparts. Our mission is to harness these advanced models to unravel the mysteries of early human development, enhance organ regeneration and repair, and develop precision medicine for patients with various cardiopulmonary disorders. Collaborating with developmental and stem cell biologists, data scientists, clinicians, bioengineers, and entrepreneurs, our team is united by the common goal of accelerating discovery and facilitating bench-to-bedside translational science. We are thrilled to share our novel findings with the scientific community, as showcased in recent publications in Cell Stem Cell (2020, 2021), Science Translational Medicine (2021), Circulation Research (2022), and Nature Cardiovascular Research (2024).

Requirements:
Appointee must possess a recent doctorate degree, in the field of biomedical sciences, bioengineering, or related disciplines.

Previous training and experiences in the following research areas are preferred:

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, deeply passionate about science, engineering, or medicine, and possess a strong background in stem cell biology, vascular biology, and/or bioinformatics, supported by a solid publication record. We highly value prior experience in one or more of the following areas: 1) iPSC differentiation and organoid generation; 2) vascular biology and vascular aging; 3) tissue regeneration and repair; 4) bioengineering or chemical engineering; or 5) single-cell RNA/ATAC sequencing analysis and spatial transcriptomics. Candidates must hold a PhD degree.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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