Surgical Simulation Research and Development Postdoc/Engineer

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The LCSR research team at Johns Hopkins University is developing advanced simulation technologies for robotic endovascular interventions (robot-assisted procedures inside blood vessels). We are seeking Postdoctoral Fellows and Research Engineers. The ideal candidate should have experience in one or more of the following: Computational Biomechanical Simulation (both soft tissue and fluid mechanics), Medical Imaging Simulation (primarily X-ray angiography with biomechanical simulation), and Experimental validation of simulation outputs (developing and applying instrumented bench-top phantoms). The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience in one or more of the listed research areas, works well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and can quickly develop innovative solutions. Candidates who are available to start by August 4, 2026, are preferred.

Requirements

• Experience in Computational Biomechanical Simulation (soft tissue and fluid mechanics).
• Experience in Medical Imaging Simulation (primarily X-ray angiography with biomechanical simulation).
• Experience in Experimental validation of simulation outputs.
• Experience in developing and applying instrumented bench-top phantoms.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the listed research areas.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to quickly develop innovative solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in computer science, information systems, biomedical engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Developing advanced simulation technologies for robotic endovascular interventions.
• Conducting Computational Biomechanical Simulation (soft tissue and fluid mechanics).
• Performing Medical Imaging Simulation (primarily X-ray angiography with biomechanical simulation).
• Conducting experimental validation of simulation outputs.
• Developing and applying instrumented bench-top phantoms.

What This Job Offers

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