Postdoctoral Researcher, EMBRIO Institute, Chan Lab
We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering to work on multiscale and comparative biomechanics. This research requires excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, as the successful candidate would be required to interact with project sponsors and researchers of myriad technical and personal backgrounds.
Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, or closely related field
- Demonstrable, primary expertise in experimental nanomechanics (e.g., atomic force microscopy, Brillouin microscopy, etc.), preferably in soft, biological materials
- Experience in mechanobiology or related techniques (i.e., cell culture, live functional microscopy)
- Ability to design, conduct, and document experiments independently and through collaboration
- Effective project and time management, mentorship, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication
The successful candidate will also be responsible for preparing manuscripts for publication, traveling to and presenting research results at scientific meetings, and working with Dr. Chan to manage research activities and mentor junior researchers. Postdocs are also expected to apply for external support (i.e., fellowships, grants) and to develop independent projects in biomechanics and mechanobiology as part of their training. This postdoctoral research position is supported by the NSF-supported EMBRIO Institute, and the postdoc would be expected to participate in EMBRIO-related training activities, travel to other EMBRIO sites if needed, and work with other faculty and researchers in the Institute. Contracts are on a yearly basis, with renewal dependent on satisfactory performance and timely completion of sponsored research.
Application Process and Deadlines: Interested applicants are invited to send a single PDF file containing a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae including DOIs for all first- and co-authored manuscripts, and names and contact information for three references (including affiliation, phone number, and email). In the cover letter, concisely describe how their prior experiences, research interests, and career goals align with this position and include a preferred start date (and expected graduation date if a Ph.D. has not yet been conferred). Review of applications will begin immediately for a timely start date.
About the Chan MRI Lab and EMBRIO Institute at Purdue University: The MRI Lab (bit.ly/Purdue_ChanLab) is housed in the Martin Jischke Hall of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. The Emergent Mechanisms in Biology of Robustness Integration and Organization (EMBRIO) Institute (https://www.purdue.edu/research/embrio/) is an NSF funded center that aims to study how living systems integrate chemical and mechanical signals to coordinate cell and tissue behaviors across kingdoms.
EEO/AA Policy: Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Contact: Dr. Deva Chan
Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (by Courtesy)