Job Description

The Staff Associate I for the Department of Surgery will work in the lab of Dr. Giovanni Ferrari to facilitate translational cardiothoracic research studies. The individual will work closely with Principal Investigators and Post-Doctoral Researchers on a variety of research projects focusing on heart valve physiology, cardiovascular tissue biomechanics, vascular cell physiology, and tissue biochemistry. Will also collaborate with clinical cardiothoracic and animal research teams.

Responsibilities:
- Collection of surgical specimens from the operation room
- Perform basic and translational research experiments in the area of cardiovascular physiology and material science
- Prepare clinical samples (including blood and tissue specimens for histological analysis).
- Facilitate benchtop research and manage clinical information pertaining to research specimens.
- Establishing and verifying novel lab protocols.
- Installing and testing new laboratory equipment.
- Compile and present results in a brief and efficient approach.
- Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and presentations.
- Communicate amongst both researchers and clinicians.
- Support other functions as assigned.


Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in specific research field and 4 years’ experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with laboratory techniques: processing clinical samples, histology, cell culture, immunoassays, biomechanics, imaging, and data analysis.
- Background in cardiac anatomy and physiology.
- Ability to present research and scientific data in a professional setting.