The Cardiovascular Branch of the NHLBI conducts research on diseases that affect the heart, blood, blood vessels and lungs with specific projects aimed to answer clinically relevant issues using methods ranging from a molecular level up to and including clinical projects in diagnostics, therapeutics and interventions; and emphasize creation of an environment where scientists and physician scientists can work together on disease specific issues using the most appropriate approaches available in the spectrum between the bench and the bedside. There are strong interactions with a wide range of independent research groups, and the position offers exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside of the NIH.
The existing faculty in the NHLBI DIR is an outstanding group of internationally recognized biomedical researchers covering a wide range of basic and clinical research topics (please see https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/research/intramural) complemented by the other research institutes within the DIR (please see https://www.nih.gov/institutes-nih).
The successful candidate should be a board-certified/eligible or equivalent cardiologist with strong commitment to patient care, strong teaching and clinical skills, and desire for translational research. Salary is commensurate with experience and accomplishments (up to $350,000 USD).
Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who are eligible for a valid work authorization. This position is subject to background investigation.
Applications from women, minorities and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Applicants should send a 1-2 page descriptive letter of interest, curriculum vitae and complete biography, and arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted via email to Maria G. Stoltzfus at gonzamar@nih.gov
The review of applications will begin on a rolling basis as complete application packages are submitted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
