Postdoctoral Fellowship - OPS in Tissue Engineering at the National High Magnetic Field Laborat...
- Employer
- Florida State University
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL
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- Postdoc
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
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Job ID: 58259
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Postdoctoral Fellow is sought to join the Nanobio Materials and Robotics (NMR) group at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) and the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.
ResponsibilitiesThe individual will work on a series of NSF, NIH, DoD, and NASA projects related to organ engineering, 3D Bioprinting, and mechanobiology.
Responsibilities include training undergraduate and graduate students in experimental tissue engineering and additive biomanufacturing, as well as the development and characterization of functional tissues. The position offers a wide range of professional development opportunities though the NHMFL, Florida A&M University (FAMU), and Florida State University (FSU), including participation in exciting government funded frontier biomedical science and engineering, mentoring experience, and the potential for initiating new independent research. Strong experimental skills are required, along with programing experience (e.g. MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW).
QualificationsExperience and Skills Sought:
• PhD in Bioengineering, Cell/Microbiology, Immunology, or other relevant discipline.
• Experience with animal handling and primary mammalian cell culture.
• A track record of quality publications with excellent writing skills is essential. • Experience with Nano Fabrication techniques, such as 2 Photon Nanolithography
• Advanced knowledge in image processing and optical/electron microscopy (i.e. TEM)
• Advanced training in vitro techniques and assays (cytotoxicity, angiogenesis, immunohistochemistry, protein and gene expression assays)
• Team player with outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
HelpfulApplicants interested in Regenerative Medicine, 3D tissue engineering, Nano Fabrication, Mechanobiology, Synthetic Biology, and Advanced Microscopy are encouraged to apply.
Women and those from groups historically underrepresented in science and engineering are especially encouraged to apply.
Contact InfoAny questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Jamel Ali: jali@eng.famu.fsu.edu.
University InformationOne of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Applications should consist of a single PDF file with CV, 1-page description of research interests, and two-three most relevant papers.
ConsiderationsThis is an OPS/temporary job.
Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.
Evaluation of applications will begin immediately, with start dates as early as August 2024. The position is for an initial period of one year, with a possible extension to a second and third year.
This position is open until filled
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FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.
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