Postdoctoral Researcher: Microfluidics and 3D Organoid Technology for Precision Medicine (Engineerin

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $60,000 - $71,536

We are seeking an outstanding postdoctoral fellow with bioengineering background at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI).

The candidate will embark on developing pioneering micro-organoid and organ-on-a-chip technology to improve ongoing precision medicine clinical trials, under the guidance of the Chief Scientific Officer Dr.

Xiling Shen and the Director of Precision Medicine Dr. Zhaohui Wang. TIBI's mission revolves around personalized diagnostics and therapeutics, collaborating closely with clinicians, biotech companies, and pharmaceutical partners to transform patient care.

If you are equipped with training background in engineering and data analytics, please join us to drive innovation. In this role, you will collaborate with engineers, biologists, data scientists, and physicians to establish a cutting-edge precision medicine platform.

Furthermore, you will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with esteemed institutions and hospitals to spearhead innovation and development.

Qualifications :

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
• Preferably experienced in engineering techniques related to organoid research, such as microfluidics, biomaterials, or organ-on-a-chip.
• Proficient in data analysis, programming, and statistical tools.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to excel in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills and dedication to promoting diversity.

Responsibilities :

• Develop innovative engineering approaches to enhance organoid culture and its diverse applications.
• Integrate advanced imaging and leverage machine learning techniques for comprehensive organoid characterization.
• Utilize data analysis tools to extract valuable insights from complex datasets.
• Collaborate closely with biologists and clinicians to apply engineering strategies to intricate biological challenges.
• Present research findings at conferences and contribute to high-impact scientific publications.

What We Offer :

• Competitive compensation
• Access to cutting edge engineering and state of the art laboratory facilities.
• Opportunity to collaborate with accomplished experts across diverse disciplines.
• Collaborative and inclusive research environment fostering innovation.
• Initial 1-year appointment, with potential for renewal.
• Company contribution and access to best-in-class health benefits for you and your dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and Life insurance)
• FSA (Commuter and Childcare)
• 401(k) with employer match upon hire
• Paid Time off / Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays (including the entire last week of December!)

TIBI is an Equal Opportunity employer. The Institute undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for underutilized minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.