Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular Cardiology Research Institute - Pulakat Lab

Job Overview 

The Molecular Cardiology Research Institute at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, invites post-doctoral applications for a position to study wound healing in the laboratory of Dr. Lakshmi Pulakat. A highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow is sought, ideally with prior experience in pharmacology or toxicology, to develop novel, translational therapies for expedited healing of ulcers and preventing recurrence.

The Pulakat laboratory studies basic signaling mechanisms that expedite healing of obesity and diabetes induced non-healing ulcers and develop new therapies for their expedited healing. The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal Investigator to address clinically relevant questions in chronic, non-healing ulcer, and utilize molecular biology, biochemistry and physiology to study chronic wound healing in rat models and ex vivo pig and human skin. Prior experience with rat models and a willingness to learn to perform new wound assessment and transdermal delivery technologies using rats and ex vivo tissues is essential.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal Investigator on research projects and as needed, will be required to independently develop protocols and establish new methodologies in the laboratory.

The Molecular Cardiology Research Institute (MCRI) is an internationally known institute with several principal investigators studying diverse topics of molecular medicine. The fellow will work closely with the principal investigator, her lab, and other members of this dynamic research institute.

Job Description 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. PHD in a relevant field of study OR M.D.

2. Prior experience in healthcare research. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Prior lab-based research experience is essential.

2. Record of publication in relevant field of study. 

3. Prior experience in pharmacology or toxicology

Skills & Abilities: 

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting research findings to diverse audiences. 

2. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. 

3 . Knowledge of ethical guidelines and regulations related to healthcare research. 

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 

1. Conducts independent research projects within the healthcare field, under the guidance and mentorship of senior researchers. 

2. Designs and implements research studies, including experimental protocols, data collection methods, and statistical analysis plans. 

3. Analyzes and interprets research data, using appropriate statistical techniques and software. 

4. Prepares research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences and scientific meetings. 

5. Collaborates with other researchers and professionals to develop and refine research hypotheses, study designs, and methodologies. 

6. Stays updated with the latest advancements and breakthroughs in healthcare research and apply relevant knowledge to ongoing projects. 

7. Assists in securing research funding by contributing to grant writing and research proposal development.