Postdoctoral Research Associate, Center for Applied NanoBioscience and Medicine (COM-P)

Perform independent multi-disciplinary research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. Zenhausern and/or designated project leader. Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects. Perform scientific data collections, reductions, and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by use of independent judgment.

Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University. Conduct research in the field of microfluidic devices, point-of-care diagnostics, New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) including organs-on-a-chip, which includes cell biology, tissue engineering, microfabrication, and biomaterials, for contributing to funded private and public research grants.

Identify technological improvements and addition of application-based functionalities of current platforms, and propose creative and novel solutions by developing hypotheses, designing experimental plans for testing, carrying out experiments, and analyzing results. Design, implement, conduct, and analyze biological experiments to assess the potential of the new iteration (s) of the microphysiological platform for targeted biomedical purposes. Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences.

Keep track of the current literature in organs-on-a-chip and related fields and write comprehensive review and experimental papers in top tier journals. Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.

Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results. May assist with supervision of laboratory staff and students. Oversee maintenance of hazardous/chemical waste records and disposal as needed.

Additional duties may be assigned. Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing. Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings. Ability to collaborate effectively with team members to achieve shared goals.

Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation. Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.