Job Description

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position In Cell and Tissue Engineering

The Laboratory for Tissue Engineering and Morphogenesis ( http://www.rpi.edu/~wanq ) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the research areas of Cell and Tissue Engineering. This position is open immediately until filled. We seek highly motivated individuals who enjoy working in a team while concomitantly desiring to pursue their own ideas in a very supportive environment. Our lab combines stem cell technology, microtechnology, molecular and cellular biology, cell biomechanics, and imaging techniques to better understand the biophysics of tissue morphogenesis in development and disease. Specifically, this position is mainly focused on developing assays to study cell chirality (also known as cellular left-right asymmetry) and its role in heart development. Research experiences in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology are desired. This project is funded by NIH. Candidates must possess an earned Ph.D. or a foreign degree equivalent in a relevant area at the time of appointment. Research training in cellular biophysics and developmental biology is highly desired. We offer an excellent benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, retirement, tuition, etc.

Please visit our Human Resources website at: http://hr.rpi.edu. To Apply Application materials accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals should send a CV with contact information of three references to wanq@rpi.edu. We welcome applications from candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, and national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.