Laboratory Introduction
Dr. Zhang previously served as Professor at the University of Washington. He is currently Distinguished Investigator and Director of the Independent Cardiovascular Research Lab at CIMR, and holds the position of Distinguished Professor and Chairman of Department of Vascular Surgery, Capital Medical University.
Research Projects
Dr. Zhang’s Lab performs basic science research on the etiologies, pathogenesis, pathophysiological changes; development and translation of innovative technologies for diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases through bioprinting, organoid chip, and hydrogel technologies.
· Mechanism and Translational study of abdominal aortic aneurysm.
· Construction and application of 3D bioprinted organoids-on-a-chip platforms towards cardiovascular diseases.
· Potential application of digital-light-processing (DLP)-based 3D bioprinting hydrogel in personalized vascular surgery
· Establishment of a Clinical Biobank for Cardiovascular and Peripheral Vascular Diseases
· Research and Development of Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Therapeutic Devices
Representative Publications
European Heart Journal, 2023, 7: ytad574. PMID: 38025117
J Am Coll Cardiol Case Reports, 2025, 30: 102756. PMID: 39822828
Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology, 2020, 40(9): 2332-2337. PMID: 32628040
Open position
Research Associate Investigator / Research Assistant Investigator
Main Responsibilities：
a. Conduct research independently under the guidance of the PI.
b. Supervising graduate students; writing grant proposals and manuscripts.
Qualifications:
a. Research background in the cardiovascular field, with Ph.D. degree (or Ph.D. candidate). Associate Investigator need to have postdoctoral research experience;
b. Proficient in nucleic acid, protein, cell and molecule, high-throughput and omics and other related technologies;
c. Published research papers in mainstream journals in the field as the first author;
d. Has the ability to carry out research independently and guide graduate students;
e. Excellent English reading/writing and daily communication skills.
Welfare Treatment
a. Competitive salary based on the applicant’s work experience and ability (salary negotiable).
b. Social insurance and housing fund, supplementary medical insurance, physical examination and paid annual leave.
c. Opportunities for career development and available professional guidance.
How to apply
To apply, please send personal resume, research interest or plan, the names and contacts of 2-3 referees and other materials demonstrating research capabilities to liyan@cimrbj.ac.cn, and indicate the applicant's name and specific job position in the email subject.
Contact person: Mr. Li
Contact address: No.10 Xitoutiao, Youanmenwai, Fengtai District, Beijing
This recruitment is valid for the long term until a suitable candidate is recruited.
10 Xitoutiao, Youanmen Wai, Fengtai District, Beijing 100069, China
010-86738999
cimr@cimrbj.ac.cn
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