Research Scientist - College of Engineering - Department of Biomedical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a highly skilled and creative Research Scientist to lead Organ Biofabrication for the LIVE project, a multi-institutional initiative focused on developing transplantable bioprinted liver constructs. This encompasses the full pipeline of organ biofabrication—from computational design and advanced bioprinting to bioreactor maturation and in vivo validation. The LIVE project represents a bold and collaborative effort to overcome the most critical barriers in organ biofabrication and regenerative medicine. As part of the ARPA-H PRINT program, our goal is to develop a fully functional, immunocompetent, bioprinted human liver construct capable of clinical transplantation. Biofabrication is the heart of this mission, where computational design, advanced bioprinting, bioink formulation, bioreactor maturation, and in vivo validation converge to create a viable therapeutic organ.

Requirements

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Biofabrication, Tissue Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in organ bioengineering, bioprinting, or bioreactor development.
• Demonstrated success in leading or senior roles in collaborative research projects.
• Experience in computational modeling, imaging systems, and biosensors.
• Experience with in vivo models and surgical implantation techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in strategic planning and executing multi-phase technical roadmaps.
• Proven experience with interdisciplinary teams and fostering collaboration across institutions.
• Commitment to mentoring junior researchers, including PhD students and postdocs.
• Strong organizational skills to track deliverables and manage timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of liver-specific computational blueprints and bioslicer software for multi-arm robotic bioprinting.
• Oversee design and integration of advanced organ-scale perfusion bioreactors.
• Direct formulation and validation of ECM-based and photocrosslinkable bioinks.
• Manage construction and operation of multi-modal bioprinting systems, including 3D-ICE and light-pipe FRESH platforms.
• Coordinate in vitro efficacy testing and in vivo safety and functionality studies in rodent and porcine models.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams to support IND-enabling studies and documentation.
• Mentor graduate students, postdocs, and junior staff across CMU and partner institutions, providing technical guidance, career development support, and fostering a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Tuition benefits.
• Ample paid time off and 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: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees