Research Associate, The Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center

The Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center (CVRC) is currently seeking a Research Associate to investigate the role of ion channel networks in vascular health and disease within the Sonkusare Laboratory. The Sonkusare Laboratory employs state-of-the-art calcium imaging, super resolution imaging, patch-clamp electrophysiology, pressure myography, cell-specific mouse models, and measurements of cardiovascular function. The overarching goal of the laboratory is to discover novel strategies for rescuing vascular dysfunction in cardiovascular disorders. For further details on research in the Sonkusare lab, please visit: https://www.cvrc.virginia.edu/Sonkusare/index.html .

The incumbent will participate in a multiplicity of relevant lab projects

and in writing study reports for the study sponsors, papers, and grant applications and is expected to develop research programs as time permits. The incumbent will also be expected to attend and participate in laboratory meetings and CVRC-related seminars, as well as work with graduate students, technicians, fellows and collaborators in the laboratories involved in the project.

Note: Research Associate positions are for candidates who have obtained their PhD within the past 3 years. Candidates who have received or will receive their terminal degree between May 2022 and May 2025 are eligible to apply.

Job responsibilities include:

• Full-time research or scholarship at the University.
  
• Preparatory for a full-time academic or research career.
  
• Supervised by a senior scholar; and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship.
  
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

The candidate should be highly motivated to develop new research avenues; and should have excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in vascular physiology, calcium imaging, ion channels, and cardiovascular disorders is preferred.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Doctoral degree at the time of hire.
  
• Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. with a strong background in cardiovascular physiology.
  

This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance.

This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a full-time benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with education and experience. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

To Apply: Please apply through the UVA job board , and search for R0071823. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV/Resume
  
• Cover letter
  

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, Recruiting Specialist, at jf2sw@virginia.edu.

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community, please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/ .

Physical demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.