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New Jersey Institute of Technology · 1 month ago

Post Doctoral Research Associate

positionNewark, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$62K/yr - $62K/yr

New Jersey Institute of Technology is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Biophotonics and Bioimaging Laboratory. The role involves conducting independent research in fluorescence spectroscopy and multi-photon fluorescence imaging, along with mentoring students and collaborating on grant proposals.

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Responsibilities

Conduct independent research in fluorescence spectroscopy, multi-photon fluorescence imaging, and laser-based photochemical kinetic studies
Operate and maintain ultrafast laser and associated microscopy systems and experimental setups
Analyze and interpret experimental data and prepare results for publication in peer reviewed journals
Present research findings at national and international conferences
Train and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the use of fluorescence spectroscopy, multi-photon fluorescence imaging, photochemical kinetics, and ultrafast laser techniques
Contribute to grant proposal writing and project development
Collaborate with other research groups within the department and external institutions

Qualification

Fluorescence spectroscopyMulti-photon fluorescence imagingUltrafast lasersPhotochemical kineticsExperimental data analysisStudent mentorshipWritten communicationOral communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in fluorescence spectroscopy and multi-photon fluorescence imaging
Extensive experience with ultrafast lasers and their applications
Strong background in laser-based photochemical kinetic studies
Proven ability to design, conduct, and interpret complex experiments
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Prior experience in student training and mentorship is highly desirable
At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position

Company

New Jersey Institute of Technology

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New Jersey Institute of Technology is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
dateFounded in 1881
location
Newark, New Jersey, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.njit.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (51)
2024 (33)
2023 (30)
2022 (38)
2021 (19)
2020 (22)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$9.99M
Key Investors
National Science FoundationU.S. Department of EducationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-10-09Grant· $6M
2023-01-18Grant· $1.3M
2022-08-29Grant· $1.17M

Leadership Team

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Joyoung Lee
Associate Professor
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