Join the Translational NeuroRepair and Regeneration Laboratory
Scope of Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and career-oriented research individual with an excellent publication record (first-author publications in related areas are required); a PhD in neuroscience, cell biology, or a related field; and hands-on experience in translational animal models. A proven research ability in two or more of these areas is desirable:
- Neuroscience research in ischemic brain injury, stroke, or peripheral nerve injury
- Stem cell or extracellular vehicle or exosome therapy
- In vivo electrophysiology
We offer multifaceted scientific projects, a place in a committed team, and strong scientific collaborations. We have an outstanding record of helping trainees build an excellent publication record.
Lab Interests
- Brain recovery after cardiac arrest with stem cell therapy, extracellular vehicle therapy, and underlying mechanisms.
- Glycol-engineered neural stem cells to improve brain outcome after cardiac arrest.
- Stem cell surface modification to promote nerve regeneration after peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs).
The brain projects use in vitro and in vivo models to investigate electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms of brain injury after cardiac arrest with therapeutic interventions such as stem cell therapy. In the PNI project, we will enhance stem cell adhesion and differentiation in vitro, and improve nerve regeneration with stem cells or extracellular vehicles after nerve repair to explore underlying therapeutic mechanisms. Our primary goals are to develop new strategies for brain and/or peripheral nerve injury, improve neural regeneration, and elucidate the underlying therapeutic cellular and molecular mechanisms.
Recent Publications
Advanced Functional Materials. 2024 April (Front Cover); Transl Stroke Res. 2022 Aug PMID: 35921049; Biomaterials Advances 2022, PMID: 35599100; Progress in Neurobiology. 2021; 204:102089. Journal of Stroke. 2020;22(3):286-305. J Cereb Blood Flow Metab. 1). 2021 Jan 14:271678X20970059; 2). 2019 Jun;39(6):1161-1171.Biomaterials.1).2018Oct;181:347-359; 2). 2018 Jun;168:24-37. Theranostics 2018; 8(16):4429-4446
How to Apply
The position is available with two R01 NIH funding for immediate occupancy for a one- to three-year appointment, contingent on background experience and performance. Interested individuals should submit a detailed CV, a brief statement including a research plan, interests and skills, the names of three references, and a short description of their doctoral training and future research goals to Prof. Xiaofeng Jia, MD, PhD, FCCM, Department of Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, Anatomy Neurobiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore.
Email: JialabUMB@gmail.com
Website: medschool.umaryland.edu/xjia
Previous Positions
Postdoctoral Researcher in Brain Monitoring after Cardiac Arrest
We are recruiting a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to investigate electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms of brain injury after cardiac arrest with therapeutic hypothermia, including using in vitro and in vivo models for brain monitoring by EEG, somatosensory evoked potentials and neuronal spikes.
We are looking for a highly motivated, independent, interactive, and career-oriented research individual, with a PhD in neuroscience or neuroengineering and with hands-on experience in translational animal models. Experience in neuroscience, electrophysiology, brain injury and related translational model and molecular/cellular biology is a prerequisite. Proven superior knowledge and research ability in two or more of these areas are desirable: ischemia brain injury, therapeutic hypothermia, signal processing, electrophysiology, small animal surgery, brain imaging (MRI or PET), and neurobehavioral testing. Good English skills are desired.
A successful candidate will possess interdisciplinary skills and hands-on experience in conducting cellular and animal studies based on a detailed understanding of neuroscience of brain injury. The research projects of our team focus on these targets with the primary goals of discovering new therapeutic strategies for brain injury and elucidating the underlying electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms. The postdoctoral researcher will assist in planning experiments, methods development, and will conduct productive research in the fields of brain monitoring and therapeutic hypothermia.
The research environment is outstanding. Funding for the position is from the NIH and is currently available. Position is available for immediate occupancy for a 1-2 year appointment, contingent on background experience, performance, and continued availability of funding. Individuals who are interested should send a detailed CV, a brief statement of research plan, interests and skills, and the names of three references to Xiaofeng Jia, M.D, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Bone or Peripheral Nerve Regeneration
We are recruiting a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to investigate stem cell therapy after peripheral nerve injury or bone defect, including using in vitro and in vivo models for nerve or bone regeneration.
We are looking for a highly motivated, and career-oriented research individual, with a PhD in cell biology, neuroscience or a related field. Experience in standard tissue culture, immunobiochemistry, immunocytochemistry, RT-PCR, and small animal surgery is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and in collaboration are necessary. Willingness to learn new techniques is essential.
Cell biology and proven superior knowledge and expertise, as demonstrated by a solid publication record, in two or more of these areas are desirable: a) stem cell biology, b) electrophysiology, c) basic experimental or translational neuroscience research interests in peripheral nerve injury or bone regeneration, d) translational animal models, or e) neurobehavioral testing. A successful candidate will possess interdisciplinary skills and hands-on experience in conducting cellular and animal studies based on a detailed understanding of neuroscience of peripheral nerve or bone regeneration after injury. The postdoctoral researcher will assist in planning experiments, methods development, and will conduct productive research in the fields of stem cell and peripheral nerve or bone regeneration. Strong technical skills and capabilities to do independent research would be most desirable.
The position is available for immediate occupancy for a 1-2 year appointment, contingent on background experience, performance, and continued availability of funding. Individuals who are interested should submit a detailed CV, a brief statement including a research plan, interests and skills, and the names of three references, and a short description of their doctoral training and future research goals to Xiaofeng Jia, M.D, Ph.D.