.Your roleThe successful candidate will be responsible for co-project management (in cooperation with the PI) of the lab's priority projects (development of in vitro systems: maternal-fetal interface and vascularized cardiac model).Tasks will include:Strategic planning with PI on lab's priority projects, including writing project applications and securing funds.Lead research projects: project planning, experimental design and implementation to support priority projects.Cell-based approaches: Utilize various cell culture techniques to isolate, expand, and differentiate cells relevant to vascular tissue engineering, including endothelial cells, smooth muscle cells, and stem cells.Design/Test novel 3D systems: Design and optimize 3D systems to mimic the physiological environment of blood vessels.Data Analysis and Interpretation: Collect and analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw meaningful conclusions. Utilize statistical tools and computational modeling techniques to enhance data analysis in support of priority projects.Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, biologists, clinicians, and other scientists. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and research associates.Publications and Presentations: Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals and present research at conferences and scientific symposiums. Contribute to intellectual property protection.Stay Up-to-date of Latest Developments: Keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in vascular tissue engineering and related fields. Participate in conferences, workshops, and continuing education opportunities to expand knowledge and expertise.Train existing and new staff on experimental assays related to priority projects. Delegating lab tasks to ensure deadlines are met.Reporting to PI regularly on key metrics (including budgets) for priority projects