Duke University, Biomedical Engineering
Position Description
Postdoctoral Associate
The primary goal of Dr. Gerecht’s research program is to understand how the microenvironment regulates vascular growth. As part of the team, you will study cell-material interactions that guide vascular formation . Specifically, using existing biomaterial platforms and through the development of new ones you will study how various aspect of the surrounding environment regulate vascular differentiation, fate, assembly and function. You will apply advanced material chemistry and 3D printing approaches to determine cellular regulation. Cell and molecular biology assays will be required to advance the depth of your studies. You will work as part of a team in a collaborative setting that is crucial for our mission. This position includes student training and assistance in grant applications to support the ongoing research.
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Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
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