At Orlando Health, you can develop the career that is right for your individual goals. As a family of specialty and community hospitals, each has its own character, a natural extension of the specialized services offered. It is our mission that unifies us – to offer superior service and provide quality healthcare to the people of Central Florida.
Orlando Regional Medical Center is one of the largest tertiary facilities in the region and offers the most advanced care available for surgical, medical, rehabilitative and emergency care needs. In addition to a highly qualified team of physicians, nurses and clinical staff, we offer the very latest in technology and diagnostic imaging capabilities. ORMC is home to Central Florida’s only Level One Trauma Center.
ORMC is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in Critical Care research to join our team.
A Postdoctoral Research position is available at Orlando Health Medical Education Research and Training Center (OHMERTC). The Postdoctoral Researcher will investigate the pathophysiologic mechanisms of sepsis and ischemia/reperfusion (I/R)-induced multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). The pathogenesis of the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) will be featured. In addition, the pathophysiology of ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) and strategies of protective mechanical ventilation will be studied. Studies involve both in vitro and in vivo assays, including chronic, clinically applicable porcine models, in vitro biology assays (ELISA and Western Blots) and immuno-histochemistry. The research laboratories are housed in a state-of-the-art facility with 8,000 sq. ft. of wet laboratory and office space and 1,400 sq. ft. for translational laboratory and vivarium.
The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or an equivalent degree and a strong background in pulmonary physiology or other physiologic disciplines. A candidate with a strong background in inflammation or immunology would be considered. The Postdoctoral Researcher will also be expected to contribute to experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of results. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well with others will also be essential. Salary will be commensurate with academic credentials and experience.
EOE/Tobacco-Free Workplace
To apply: Interested applicants should visit our website, orlandohealth.com and apply to Job ID #103134. Please attach you CV, a brief description of research experience and the contact details of three referrals via E-mail to Dorothy.Latkowski [at] orlandohealth.com
http://orlandohealth.com
Expires: November 25, 2010
