Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory of Dr. Robin Queen, Biomedical Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, seeks a Post Doctoral Scholar. The laboratory works on innovative basic and translational research related to ocular biomaterials and drug delivery systems. The position will offer competitive salary and benefits.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (as of start date) in related disciplines such as biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or chemical and biomolecular engineering, or related discipline
• Previous relevant laboratory experience
• Ability to adapt and apply academic and practical knowledge to research required

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of polymer synthesis and/or processing
• Electrospinning
• Nanoparticle synthesis
• Therapeutic processing and delivery
• Cell culture
• Biological assays
• In vivo studies

Responsibilities

• Assist and communicate with Principal Investigator (PI) regarding research lab experiments and/or computational analysis
• Performing research
• Data acquisition and data processing
• Write progress reports and summarize results
• Prepares scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts
• Support, manage, and mentor other laboratory members and students
• Helps to manage and maintain laboratory equipment
• Perform administrative tasks, maintaining stock reagents and solutions
• Order supplies and equipment
• Helps to maintain OSHA and EHS compliance
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree