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Research Staff

  • Postdoctoral scholar: We seek an enthusiastic and outstanding postdoctoral researcher to join the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of California San Diego. The objective of this postdoctoral research is to join a multidisciplinary team with a focus on peripheral nerve and skeletal muscle function, injury, and disease. The main project is newly funded and will encompass biomechanics; basic neuromuscular biology; tissue-level analyses; tissue culture and small animal models of peripheral nerve injury and treatment.  Candidates will be encouraged to develop independent technical, writing, and strategic skills during their post-doc with a goal of becoming an independent scientist in academia or in industry. Mentorship will be consistent with these long-term goals.
    • Basic Qualifications:  Must have completed a PhD program by the time of the start of postdoctoral appointment. Must have experience in neuromuscular physiology and/or biology. Experience in cell or tissue biomechanics is a positive. Collaborative individual with a strong interest in our translational research program. Interest in working at the interfaces of multiple academic disciplines. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Preferred Qualifications: Experience with pre-clinical surgical models.
    • Application Process: Please complete the form and send a copy of your CV, cover letter, statement of research and 3 reference contact information in PDF format to y1rodriguez@health.ucsd.edu

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