Postdoctoral Scholar - Biomedical Engineering
About The Position
The Biomolecular and Biomimetic Materials Laboratory in the Biomedical Engineering Department is seeking to hire two Postdoctoral Scholars to conduct independent research under the direction of Dr. Yong Wang. The lab recently achieved a breakthrough in hydrogel coating technology and is enthusiastic about applying this platform across a broad range of biomedical areas including diabetes treatment, cancer immunotherapy, single-cell analysis, and regenerative medicine. The lab invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars with strong background in cell biology, diabetes treatment, immunology, single-cell analysis, and/or soft bioelectronics. Candidates with additional expertise in hydrogels and animal surgery are particularly encouraged to apply. This position offers an excellent opportunity to pursue impactful research in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
Requirements
- The position requires a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline by the time of appointment.
- One-page research statement describing your research background and your interests/rationale for pursuing postdoctoral training in our group
- Complete curriculum vitae that includes a list of education, publications, work experience, and a list of three references
Nice To Haves
- Expertise cell biology, diabetes, immunology and/or animal surgery
- Strong ability to conduct independent research
- An outstanding academic record, demonstrated by at least two first-author publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals over the past three years
- Candidates with additional expertise in hydrogels and animal surgery are particularly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Lead independent research projects
- Mentor and help guide graduate students in their research activities
- Contribute to technical manuscripts, grant proposals, and collaborative publications
Benefits
- Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
- For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
