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Research Fellow - Anticoagulation strategies in Cardiothoracic Surgery

A Research Fellow position is available immediately in Cardiothoracic Surgery to support divisional research initiatives. The research focuses on using a variety of animal model systems to study targeting non-contact activation of the coagulation pathway as novel anticoagulation strategies for cardiopulmonary bypass and ventricular assist devices. Fellow will be assigned several primary projects under the mentorship of Dr. James Tweddell and Dr. Joseph Palumbo. Specific duties will include but are not limited to helping conduct basic science experiments, collecting and organizing data, ensuring the health and wellbeing of study animals, grant writing, publication and presentation of work.

About Cincinnati Children's
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is a premier pediatric research institution with over 900 diverse and productive faculty members. Here, researchers work collaboratively across specialties and divisions to address some of the biggest challenges we face today in improving child health. A strong network of research support services and facilities, along with institutional commitment to research, push our team of faculty, postdocs and support staff to explore the boundaries of what is possible, leading to significant breakthroughs. We are driven by our mission to improve child health and transform the delivery of care through fully integrated, globally recognized research, education and innovation.
Post-doctoral research fellows at Cincinnati Children's are valued for their unique interests and strengths, and are supported by our institution's strong programming for post-docs through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and the Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development. Mentoring, support for international students and an emphasis on crafting high-quality grant proposals are only a few of the features that set our program apart. Cincinnati Children's is a respected part of the broader, and very vibrant, Cincinnati community. With a thriving arts scene, numerous festivals celebrating music and food, a passionate fan following for our college and professional sports teams, and a variety of opportunities for outdoor activities, our region is truly a great place to work and live.
EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE: Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.
The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD with a background in hematology and coagulation, preferably with 1-2 years of animal surgical training that will help in the animal studies (in mouse, rat, rabbit, pigs and sheep).