Assistant Professor - Cardiovascular Division

About the Job

Description:

The Cardiovascular Division in collaboration with the Lillehei Heart Institute offers state of the art technologies and core facilities with specialized equipment to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the large animal model. This facility supports the study of cardiac arrest, ischemia, and reperfusion injury with the use of reperfusion techniques. We are accepting applications for a highly motivated assistant professor to engage in the following:

Responsibilities:

• Develop experimental models, improved CPR protocols, and implemented novel strategies to enhance perfusion and reduce reperfusion injury during cardiac arrest and resuscitation.

• Improve strategies for cerebral oxygen delivery, and implement extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for immediate and post-resuscitation care.

• Increase understanding of basic cardiomyocyte biology to identify and develop therapeutic target of augmented cardiac ketone body utilization during heart failure.

• Responsible for evaluation of machine learning algorithms to optimize CPR in the lab as well as artificial intelligence initiatives in progress.

• Jointly supervise post docs, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

• Serve as co-PI of one grant submission per year.

• Produce minimally one first authored publication and two co-authored publications per year.

Provide expertise to researchers in preparation of manuscripts (write relevant sections and make figures) and presentations.

Required Skills:

• Expertise in cardiovascular metabolism

• Familiarity with large animal laboratory processes, procedures, and equipment

• Knowledge of cardiomyocyte ketone body metabolism

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Experience with communicating results and concepts with a diverse audience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement machine learning techniques and algorithms.

• Demonstrated expertise in the Linux computing environment.

• Excellent planning, organization and execution skills.

• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prepare manuscripts for presentation and publication.

Required Experience:

• Ph.D. or Masters with equivalent experience in Biology, Cardiology, Physiology, or related discipline.

• At least three years of post-doctoral experience in cardiovascular research.

• Quantitative training with good understanding of probability, statistics and optimization.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Expertise in cardiovascular metabolism

• Familiarity with large animal laboratory processes, procedures, and equipment

• Knowledge of cardiomyocyte ketone body metabolism

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Experience with communicating results and concepts with a diverse audience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement machine learning techniques and algorithms.

• Demonstrated expertise in the Linux computing environment.

• Excellent planning, organization and execution skills.

• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prepare manuscripts for presentation and publication.

Required Experience:

• Ph.D. or Masters with equivalent experience in Biology, Cardiology, Physiology, or related discipline.

• At least three years of post-doctoral experience in cardiovascular research.

• Quantitative training with good understanding of probability, statistics and optimization.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• University HSA contributions

• Disability and employer-paid life insurance

• Employee wellbeing program

• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity

• Financial counseling services

• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

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Employment Requirements

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

• Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

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