Position Details
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Wayne Orr, studying the role of vascular cell signaling in atherosclerosis. The Postdoctoral Fellow will join an NIH-funded program examining how cellular interactions with the arterial microenvironment contribute to smooth muscle cell phenotype during plaque development.
In association with the Department of Pathology and Translational Pathobiology and the Center for Cardiovascular Diseases and Sciences (CCDS), the fellow will be exposed to extensive training and networking opportunities in vascular biology, career development workshops through the local Post-Doctoral Association, and opportunities for intramural fellowships through the CCDS.
Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position.
Incumbent will maintain a customer-oriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur that customer satisfaction is met at all times.
Normal working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend and/or evening work and some travel are required. Lunch periods and breaks are dictated by workflow. Office environment is normal, air-conditioned, and well-lighted.
- PhD or MD/PhD
- Experience in the last 0-2 years in cell biology, biochemistry, pathology, or related disciplines, and possess a strong publication history
- English competency is required.
- Candidates with a background in vascular cell biology or cell signaling are particularly encouraged to apply.
PSN/PER Number: PER 2417/ PSN 59549
Salary: Commensurate with NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines and LSUHSC-S policies.
Primary Location: Shreveport, LA
LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please send a C.V. and the names of three references to:
A. Wayne Orr, Ph.D.
Professor and Vice Chair, Research Division
Department of Pathology and Translational Pathobiology
LSU Health – Shreveport
Shreveport, LA 71130
Email: wayne.orr@lsuhs.edu
LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
LSU Health Shreveport has a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities.