Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering (multiple positions)
University of Massachusetts Lowell

Job Info

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Job no: 524364
Position type: Staff Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Chemical Engineering
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and NIH/grant funding
Applications Open: Aug 09 2024
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

The multidisciplinary and collaborative lab of Prof. Gulden Camci-Unal at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks two Postdoctoral Research Associates with extensive experiences in bone tissue engineering, biomineralization, vascularization, osteoinductive biomaterials, in vivo studies, organ-on-chips, mono- and co-cultures of cells, biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function, and culture of human primary cell lines and stem cells for repair and regeneration of bone.

The initial appointment will be for one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education:

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biology or a related field

Industrial experience in 3D scaffolds and organ-on-chip technologies although not required can be a plus

Highly motivated candidates with strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills are encouraged to apply.

Skills:

Analytical thinking

Biomaterials

Tissue engineering

Biomineralization

Vascularization

Primary cell and stem cell cultures

In vitro tissue models

In vivo models

Immunostaining, histology

Organs-on-chips

Mammalian cell cultures in microfluidic chips

Co-cultures of two or three types of mammalian cells

Biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function

Co-cultures of human primary cell lines

Additional Considerations:

Ability to work independently, with limited direction, as well as within a team environment

Ability to mentor and inspire students with limited research experience

Experience in bone tissue engineering, biomineralization, vascularization, osteoinductive biomaterials, in vivo studies, organ-on-chips, mono- and co-cultures of cells, biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function, and culture of human primary cell lines and stem cells for repair and regeneration of bone.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance, and the availability of funding.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

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