Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department, renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to solving complex healthcare challenges, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This role, supported by an NIH R01 grant, will focus on the development of bioengineered replacement corneal tissue within the Regenerative Biomaterials and Therapeutics Group. The position involves independent and/or directed research using advanced biomaterials, cell engineering, and 3D bioprinting for corneal repair and regeneration. Key research areas include the shrink-wrapping and delivery of corneal endothelial cells using engineered extracellular matrix (ECM) protein scaffolds, and FRESH 3D bioprinting of collagen-based scaffolds for corneal stromal repair. Carnegie Mellon University values adaptability, excellence, and passion, seeking a team member with high integrity who can interact effectively with diverse partners and support the university's mission.

Requirements

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and/or cell–material interactions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 3D bioprinting, collagen biomaterials, or ECM protein engineering
• Experience with ocular or corneal tissue engineering
• Familiarity with cell culture, imaging, and quantitative data analysis
• Experience with in vivo or ex vivo tissue studies

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and characterize ECM-based biomaterial scaffolds for corneal endothelial cell shrink-wrapping and transplantation
• Develop and optimize FRESH 3D bioprinting processes for collagen stromal scaffolds
• Organize, implement, and analyze data from experiments involving live human corneal cells, engineered tissues, explanted tissue, and in vivo animal models
• Contribute to the development of experimental protocols, research methodologies, and animal study protocols
• Prepare written research summaries, NIH progress report materials, and manuscripts containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including engineers, biologists, and clinician-scientists

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 Family Concierge Team for childcare needs
• Fitness center access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees