What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering (multiple positions) position at UMass Lowell?
General Summary of Position:
The multidisciplinary and collaborative lab of Prof. Gulden Camci-Unal at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks two Postdoctoral Research Associates with extensive experiences in bone tissue engineering, biomineralization, vascularization, osteoinductive biomaterials, in vivo studies, organ-on-chips, mono- and co-cultures of cells, biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function, and culture of human primary cell lines and stem cells for repair and regeneration of bone.
The initial appointment will be for one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Education:
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biology or a related field
- Industrial experience in 3D scaffolds and organ-on-chip technologies although not required can be a plus
- Highly motivated candidates with strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills are encouraged to apply.
Skills:
- Analytical thinking
- Biomaterials
- Tissue engineering
- Biomineralization
- Vascularization
- Primary cell and stem cell cultures
- In vitro tissue models
- In vivo models
- Immunostaining, histology
- Organs-on-chips
- Mammalian cell cultures in microfluidic chips
- Co-cultures of two or three types of mammalian cells
- Biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function
- Co-cultures of human primary cell lines
Additional Considerations:
- Ability to work independently, with limited direction, as well as within a team environment
- Ability to mentor and inspire students with limited research experience
- Experience in bone tissue engineering, biomineralization, vascularization, osteoinductive biomaterials, in vivo studies, organ-on-chips, mono- and co-cultures of cells, biological assays to monitor cell behavior and function, and culture of human primary cell lines and stem cells for repair and regeneration of bone.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance, and the availability of funding.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
The University of Massachusetts President's Office welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.