"Research Associate"

New York University Tandon School of Engineering

Research Associate, Full Time

The Clinical Biophotonics Laboratory (CBL) at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a full-time Research Associate to work in the area of wearable biophotonic devices for health monitoring.

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world. The CBL team, under the leadership of Professor Andreas Hielscher, focuses on the development of a patient-centered approach that addresses all aspects of modern precision medicine in state-of-the-art healthcare.

Expectations

Candidates will be responsible for developing a novel optical imaging system for the assessment of vascular diseases, especially as it applies to stroke patients. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in medical instrumentation design and successful collaborations with clinics in a hospital setting. Previous experience on clinical appearance and physiological underpinnings of vascular diseases and stroke is highly desirable. In addition, experience in writing IRB protocols and scientific papers is beneficial.

Salary range

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $48,000, and the actual salary depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Expected start date and period of employment

Expected start date is September 1, 2025. This position is expected to be for 6 months.

Candidates should have at least a PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a related field. A background in biomedical optics is required. Candidates will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.

Applicants should submit the following information:

• Cover letter
• Up-to-date CV including a complete list of publications.
• Names and contact information for three references.

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio and emailed to ahh4614@nyu.edu

Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.