Stanford University is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 1 to perform basic functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct and analyze experiments.

The cardiovascular research laboratory of Y. Joseph Woo, MD, in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford University, is looking to hire a research specialist to work with full-time clinician researchers. The laboratory investigates the development and implementation of innovative strategies to treat heart failure, valvular diseases, and cardiac revascularization, focusing on research that can be directly translated to the clinical realm. The focus of the current position is to utilize various imaging modalities, biomechanical engineering testing, as well as large animal models to investigate cardiovascular diseases. As part of an NIH R01 funded lab, a research specialist in Dr. Woo's lab will be instrumental in multiple projects at any given time and will gain extensive experience with both small and large animal models of cardiovascular diseases.

Responsibilities include: imaging studies such as echocardiogram, confocal microscopy, atomic force microscopy, fluorescent microscopy; assisting in small and large animal cardiac surgery; assisting in conducting biomechanical engineering experiments using our ex vivo left heart simulator, instron; MATLAB, Python, and ImageJ analysis; 3D live cell bioprinter tissue engineering and maintenance; Carbon M2 printer processing; mammalian cell culture. Lab members will have the opportunity to take a leadership role on a project with the goal of contributing to manuscript writing and grant proposals. The lab is a very dynamic environment where lab members can take full advantage of the myriad of resources present at a leading academic institution. The setting is ideal for very motivated individuals who desire an active role in a biomedical engineering research lab, while concurrently acquiring exposure to clinical medicine. Applicants with extensive experience with large (e.g. ovine, porcine) and small animals, engineering (bioengineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering), MATLAB, and tissue engineering preferred. Many of our past research specialists in our lab and others in our department have successfully entered medical, graduate, veterinary, and nursing school after their time here. Duties include: * Plan and perform experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform basic analyses of results. * Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research. * Offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with graduate post-doctoral individuals. * Maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes. * Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals. * Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed. * Help orient and train new staff or students.

Duties include:

• Plan and perform experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform basic analyses of results.
• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research.
• Offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with graduate post-doctoral individuals.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
• Help orient and train new staff or students.

* - Other duties may also be assigned.