The Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center (CVRC) at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine is currently seeking a Research Associate (post-doctoral research fellow), MD or PhD, to work and study in an NIH-funded laboratory. Research Associate positions are for candidates who have obtained their PhD or MD within the past 3 years. Candidates are eligible to apply, who have received or will receive their terminal degree January 2022 through March 2025. The laboratory has interests at the intersection of biology and non-invasive imaging and is composed of a multidisciplinary team of investigators with expertise in vascular biology, non-invasive imaging, microvascular physiology, and acoustic physics. This combination of skills is combined to develop novel methods for molecular imaging, perfusion imaging, and cardiovascular functional imaging to better understand disease pathophysiology, to discover new therapeutic targets, and to develop novel diagnostic algorithms that can improve patient care. Specific areas of research include: a) application of molecular imaging techniques to characterize pathophysiology and assess therapy for atherosclerotic, vascular, and valvular disease; b) microvascular function and endothelial abnormalities in insulin resistance, heart failure and radiation exposure; and c) microvascular responses to acute and chronic myocardial and limb ischemia; d) development of ultrasound-based therapies based on site-targeted gene or drug delivery, and vascular bio-effects of cavitation. The incumbent will participate in a multiplicity of relevant lab projects and in writing study reports for the study sponsors, papers, and grant applications and are expected to develop research programs, as time permits. The incumbent will also be expected to attend and participate in laboratory meetings and CVRC-related seminars, as well as work with graduate students, technicians, fellows and collaborators in the laboratories involved in the project. Preferably, applicants will have a background in both pre-clinical and clinical research and in non-invasive cardiovascular imaging. Candidates should be highly motivated to develop new research avenues; and should have excellent written and oral communication skills. Job responsibilities include: * Full-time research or scholarship at the University * Preparatory for a full-time academic or research career * Supervised by a senior scholar; and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned Minimum Requirements: * Doctoral degree This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a full-time benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits . The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with education and experience. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment. To Apply: Please apply through the UVA job board , and search for R0067368. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents: * CV/Resume * Cover letter * Three Letters of Reference Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment. For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, Recruiting Specialist, at jf2sw@virginia.edu. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community, please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/ . Physical demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.