Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Materials Science and Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Materials Science and Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral researcher to work on the development of flexible biosensor and chemical actuator arrays. This is a collaborative position under the primary oversight of Dr. Cohen-Karni, director of the CMU Hybrid-Nanomaterials and Nano-Bioelectronics Group. The postdoctoral researcher will also collaborate with team members at Georgia Tech, Northwestern, UC Berkeley, and Rice University. The research focuses on integrated multidisciplinary efforts to develop cutting-edge science and technologies to enhance bioelectrical devices' functionality, performance, and longevity. Unconventional approaches will be used for the design and fabrication of bioelectrical platforms with clinical translation as the ultimate goal. The use of unique bioelectrical (physical and chemical) sensors and actuators will enable tackling grand biomedical challenges such as disease progression monitoring and controlled therapeutics delivery.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering on topics related to materials printing, (implanted) bioelectronics, electrocatalysis and/or electrochemistry, or biosensing required.
• Coursework in electrochemistry, bioelectronics or biosensing required.
• Experience with chemical wet lab work required.
• Experience with in vivo experimentation required.
• A strong publication record in relevant journals, excellent verbal and written English communication skills, and an ability to work effectively with others required.
• The ability to work well in a self-paced, independent manner, while working well in cooperation with team members and partners required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming in MATLAB and/or Python desired.
• Experience with SEM/TEM/Raman/XPS/XRD desired.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence is desired.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Work with PIs to make a mentoring plan and individual development plan (IDP).
• Have the opportunity to publish interdisciplinary work with a diverse team at top venues.
• Have the opportunity to present your work to a broad network in academia, national labs, and funding agencies.
• Have the opportunity to mentor highly capable graduate and undergraduate students.
• Have the opportunity to participate in professional development programming through the CMU Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and The Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence and Educational Innovation.
• Commitment to meet research project deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off
• Observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• Fitness center access

What This Job Offers

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