Postdoctoral Scholar, Dept of Engineering Science & Mechanics, Ozbolat Lab

Penn State University • University Park, PA

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About The Position

The Ozbolat Laboratory in Penn State's College of Engineering has multiple openings for Postdoctoral Scholars in the field of bioprinting, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. The successful candidates will work on multiple projects funded through National Institutes of Health (NIH) and private foundations. The Postdoctoral Scholars will join a multidisciplinary research laboratory at the Millenium Science Complex, which is part of Huck Institute of Life Sciences. There are excellent opportunities to interact and collaborate with other researchers in the Institute, as well as others established at Penn State who specialize in biomaterials, tissue engineering, stem cells, regenerative therapies, and clinical translation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in biomedical engineering, molecular/cellular/developmental biology, chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with 2D and 3D cell culture models (hydrogels).
• Familiarity with imaging techniques (TEM, SEM, confocal).
• Knowledge of protein analysis methods (immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence).
• Experience in handling rodents.

Nice To Haves

• Specific skills in bioprinting.
• Experience in lab-on-a-chip device development.
• Knowledge of high throughput tissue bio-fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in bioprinting, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.
• Collaborate with other researchers in the Huck Institute of Life Sciences.
• Utilize molecular biology techniques and cell culture models.
• Perform imaging techniques including TEM, SEM, and confocal microscopy.
• Conduct protein analysis through immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence.
• Handle rodents for experimental purposes.
• Develop bioprinting and lab-on-a-chip devices.
• Engage in high throughput tissue bio-fabrication.

What This Job Offers

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