Post-Doctoral Associate - Handa

Position Summary

This postdoctoral research position is open for candidates with a Ph.D. in biomaterials or a closely related field, as well as a strong background and experience in the fields of polymer science, biomaterials, 3D printing, controlled release/delivery, microbiology, antimicrobial testing, hemocompatibility, tissue engineering, microfluidics, bioengineering, biochemistry, and chemistry.

As a team member, the successful candidate will work on fast-paced and interdisciplinary projects, including fabricating and characterizing novel polymers, therapeutic controlled release, and testing them using in vitro and in vivo models for conducting cell/molecular biology and biocompatibility tests. Postdoctoral researcher candidates that are highly independent, self-driven, have excellent communication skills, and are motivated with a passion for research are encouraged to apply.

The initial appointment is full-time for one year, and the possibility of renewal is subject to satisfactory performance in year 1 and continued funding.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Fabricate and optimize hemocompatible and antimicrobial biomaterials (40%)
• In vitro characterization of biomaterials and polymers (30%)
• Proposal writing and data reports (20%)
• Mentoring and supervising graduate students (10%)

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification

• Ph.D. and experience in bioengineering, chemistry, biomaterials, polymers, or closely related fields
• Enthusiastic and determined candidates who are highly self-motivated, independent, creative, detail oriented, and goal-oriented in their research
• Passion for translational research, confidence in learning new techniques and designing projects independently
• Will perform well in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills and an outstanding publication record