Expiration Date
Open Until FilledDepartment
MC PathologyPosition Type
Post-DocLocation
ShreveportDescription
The Dr. Xiangqin He lab at LSU Health Sciences Center – Shreveport invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellows to join our research program focused on vascular smooth muscle biology and vascular diseases.
Research Focus
- Integrative bioinformatics analysis of omics data
- Vascular smooth muscle cell phenotypic switching
- Vascular diseases, including atherosclerosis, aneurysm and restenosis
Responsibilities
- Design and conduct experiments under the supervision of the PI
- Organize and analyze the preliminary data
- Contribute to manuscript and scientific presentations
- Apply for independent postdoctoral fellowships and assist with PI grant applications
- Mentor junior lab members in coordination with the PI
Qualifications
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field
- Research experience in molecular biology, mouse genetic models, or vascular biology
- Experience with mammalian cell culture and rodent handling
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in bioinformatic analysis
- Familiarity with vascular biology or cardiovascular disease models
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Additional Position Information
PSN/PER Number: 59332/1578
Salary: Commensurate with NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines and LSUHSC-S policies.
Primary Location: Shreveport, LA
About the School
The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.
- Salary is commensurate with experience and training
- Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Optional Retirement Plans
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.
Applicant Instructions
To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references to:
Dr. Xiangqin He – xiangqin.he@lsuhs.edu
We expect to fill the position by the end of the calendar year 2025.