Work/Study
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Opening: Postdoctoral fellowship in clinical research December 13, 2011 This position will focus on clinical research and knowledge translation within the cardiovascular autonomic laboratory at ICORD. The postdoctoral fellow will consult on the development and evaluation of a web based education module for paramedics. This knowledge tool will be designed to improve knowledge of the management of cardiovascular and autonomic emergencies in persons with spinal cord injury. The appointment is for one year, with possibility of continuation. Salary will depend on available funding and be commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Andrei Krassioukov at krassioukov@icord.org. |
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Opening: PhD position in discovery science November 22, 2011
Dr Andrei Krassioukov is currently recruiting a PhD student in his discovery science laboratory at the International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD). ICORD is an interdisciplinary UBC research centre focused on spinal cord injury (SCI). ICORD’s research activities span the continuum from basic, preclinical discovery, to human-based discovery, to acute clinical interventions, to chronic care and rehabilitation, to community integration and participation. Research in Dr. Krassioukov’s Cardiovascular Autonomic Laboratory is focused on examining the mechanisms of various autonomic dysfunctions that occur following SCI, using experimental animal models or evaluating individuals with this devastating trauma. For the last twenty years, Dr. Krassioukov’s research has focused specifically on examination of unstable arterial blood pressure control and the life threatening phenomenon known as autonomic dysreflexia. The PhD project will focus on the mechanisms underlying changes in vascular function following experimental SCI and in response to exercise using rodent models. The ideal candidate for this position will have a Masters degree in physiology/neurophysiology/zoology or a related field. Experience with animal handling, tissue histology, Western blotting and immunohistochemistry is paramount. Funding will be available for the first year of the program, however, the potential candidate will be expected to apply for external funding in subsequent years. For more information, please contact Dr. Christopher West, Postdoctoral Researcher, at west@icord.org or 604-675-8816. |
Research Studies
Effects of autonomic dysreflexia on cognitive and mood functions in individuals with SCI.
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