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Postdoctoral Scholar

Employer: East Carolina University
Location: Greenville

Position Type: Postdoc
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Job Title:

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Number :

PDS-ENGR-10-20

Vacancy Open to :

All Candidates

Department :

AAH CET Engineering

Department Homepage :

https://cet.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department :

ENGINEERING, DEPT OF

Division :

Academic Affairs

Classification Title :

Postdoctoral Scholar

Working Title :

Postdoctoral Scholar

Number of Vacancies :

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :

1.0

Full Time or Part Time :

Full Time

Salary Range:

$52,704

Position Location (City) :

Greenville

Position Type:

Postdoctoral Scholars

Job Category :

Postdoctoral Scholars

Primary Function of Organizational Unit :

The College of Engineering and Technology is comprised of the departments of Computer Science, Construction Management, Engineering, and Technology Systems. Faculty and /staff in the College provide high-quality graduate and undergraduate degree opportunities and research and service programs that enable students to achieve their career goals and that promote a strong, sustainable future for our region.

Job Duties :

The postdoctoral scholar is responsible for independent and collaborative development, implementation, and analysis of scientific research in the discipline of cardiovascular and computational biomedical engineering. Responsibilities include management of all aspects of data analysis, manuscript preparation, presentation of results to the scientific community, day-to-day activity of undergraduate and graduate research students in the lab, and teaching two engineering courses. The lab has several on-going projects including the following: 1) computational modeling of the pulmonary artery and fistula flow within the context of pulmonary hypertension; and 2) mechanical testing and computational modeling of lymphedema within the context of medical device design. Duties include: hypothesis development, literature review, collection of pilot data, report writing, and supervising of undergraduate research students and graduate research students, overseeing data collection procedures, supervising experimental procedures, review of data for quality control, supervision of data entry/data analysis, analysis of research hypothesis using descriptive and multivariate statistics, and the development of independent and collaborative presentations and publications. Scholars are expected to demonstrate compliance with established guidelines and regulatory standards for research including bio-safety, responsible conduct of research and human subjects training.

Approximately 70% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to research project objectives including computational modeling (fluid and structure) of blood flow, medical image processing, and/or mechanical testing and computational modeling of lymphedema.

Approximately 16% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to teaching courses within the engineering program.

Approximately 14% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to managing the day-to-day activity of undergraduate and graduate research students in the laboratory.

Minimum Education/Experience :

English Proficiency
Excellent written and oral communication skills
PhD in Biomedical Engineering (or other related engineering discipline)

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education :

We seek an individual dedicated to excellence in research; committed to training the next generation of engineers; and invested in social justice, equity, and inclusiveness.

Experience in the following research areas is preferred: 1) computational fluid dynamics; 2) fluid structure interaction; and 3) medical image processing. Experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging protocol development is an additional benefit but not required. Alternatively, experience in computational and material modeling, along with mechanical testing, will be considered.

The following teaching experience is preferred, but not required: teaching undergraduate level courses such as introduction to Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Fluid Mechanics, or Mechanics of Materials.

Applicants with a sincere commitment to promoting diversity are preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant :

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply through PeopleAdmin and attach their CV or resume, cover letter and names and contact information of 3 references. Appointments are typically for one-year period. Five years (typically five appointments of one year) the maximum total periods that any individual may serve as a Scholar. The University, in its sole discretion has the option to renew or extend any appointment, subject to the availability of funds, past performance evaluations and/or other lawful reason. For other information on the ECU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, please visit our website at: https//rede.ecu.edu/postdoctoral/

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date :

10/29/2020

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Initial Screening Begins :

11/05/2020

Rank Level:

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38224

AA/EOE :

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment :

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information :

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Organization

ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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