Rice University · 2 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Associate - Bioengineering
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$61K/yr - $61K/yrRice University is a prestigious institution ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities. They are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to lead the development of cell-based therapeutic devices aimed at treating various diseases, while also engaging in scientific writing and mentoring junior team members.
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Responsibilities
Leads a project focused on developing a cell-based therapeutic device for the treatment of cancer, lymphedema, wound infections, diabetes, or infectious diseases
Investigates the impact of the therapeutic device on disease outcomes using translational research models
Designs and executes clinically translatable research projects
Conducts laboratory experiments involving preclinical models, cellular engineering, and biomaterial characterization
Develops an independent line of research with the goal of future academic or industry leadership
Publishes research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presents at national and international conferences
Mentors and trains junior research team members, including Ph.D. candidates, master’s students, and undergraduates
Assists with proposal development and grant writing to support research funding
Supports equipment setup, protocol development, and models best practices in scientific rigor, record-keeping, lab safety, and team collaboration
Contributes to project management and facilitates collaboration across disciplines and institutions
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Bioengineering or a closely related field
Knowledge of biomaterials, cellular engineering, or preclinical disease models
Familiarity with translational research and clinically oriented project design
Ability to conduct laboratory experiments and characterize therapeutic devices in relevant disease models
Strong scientific writing and data presentation skills for publications and conferences
Ability to support grant writing, proposal development, and collaborative research efforts
Commitment to rigorous scientific methods, lab safety, and accurate record-keeping
Professional communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines and institutions
Strong organizational and project management skills in a fast-paced research environment
Preferred
Knowledge of one or more of the following disease areas: cancer, lymphedema, wound infections, diabetes, or infectious diseases
Curiosity, enthusiasm, and drive to solve challenging technical problems and complex biological questions
Ability to analyze and interpret data from peer-reviewed literature, experiments, and disease models
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting in group meetings and conferences and an understanding of the manuscript and peer review process
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and professionally within diverse research teams
Enthusiasm for leadership, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative and supportive lab environment
Experience mentoring or training junior researchers in a laboratory setting
Interest in developing independent research interests and long-term project leadership
Company
Rice University
Rice University is a private research university that focuses on providing undergraduate education services.
Founded in 1912
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.9MKey Investors
National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUS Department of Energy
2024-09-19Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $18M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Medlock
James A Baker III and Susan G Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics
Kyle Judah
Executive Director, Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Lilie)
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