Postdoctoral Researcher, QE9076

Postdoctoral Researcher, QE9076 | Posting Details Posting Details Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Postdoctoral Researcher, QE9076 Posting Number

NFE03107P

Department Biomedical & Translational Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text The Chen Lab in the Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences (BaTS) at the University of South Dakota (USD) Sanford School of Medicine (SSOM) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in the field of Cardiovascular Regenerative Engineering, Medicine, and Technology, with a translational research focus. The fellow will work with Dr. William C.W. Chen and his team at USD and have the opportunity to conduct research in collaborating laboratories at world-leading institutions, such John's Hopkins University, Harvard University, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The candidate must have a PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Biological/Biomedical Engineering, Molecular/Cell Biology, Synthetic Biology, or a related biological, medical, or engineering field with excellent oral and writtenmunication skills. The candidate must have solid wet-lab training and expertise in molecular biology techniques and mammalian cellular disease models, particularly in vitro models using cardiomyocytes or stem cells. Other preferred expertise or research experience includes molecular cloning, primary cardiac cell isolation, genome editing, high-throughput screening, transgenic animal models, rodent cardiac surgery, and rodent echocardiography. Preference will be given to candidates with background or experience in cardiac inflammatory/immune responses, metabolic perturbation/stability, and/or cardioprotective intervention. The Postdoctoral Fellow will design, conduct, and interpret experiments andanize and publish the original research results in research journals. The Fellow will also support the lab manager and assume certain general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory. The Fellow is expected to provide supervision and guidance to junior lab members, including graduate and undergraduate students. USD takes pride in its world-class research activities, outstanding research support and collaborative environment, and excellent educational programs and outreach endeavor. The division is based in the Lee Medical Building located on the USD main campus in Vermillion, SD. For more information, please visit the BaTS webpage: usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/sanford-school-of-medicine/Divisions-and-Departments/Biomedical-and-Translational-Sciences. The USD School of Medicine has announced the move of the first 18 months of the M.D. program and the Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences from Vermillion to Sioux Falls. Travel between sites may be required until the move isplete. Applicants MUSTplete the application process through the University of South Dakota's on-line application system at: yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The application should include a cover letter with past/current research experiences and achievements, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Date 06/17/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/01/2026 Advertised Salary depends on qualifications and experience plus state benefits package Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration NA Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours USD Business Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search NA This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate N/A Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD ismitted to fostering a dynamic and weing working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD ismitted to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Multiple Priorities, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify N/A Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Repetitive Motion, Use Both Hands, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time Describe any of the conditions selected N/A Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Animal Handling Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above N/A Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. 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