Postdoctoral Associate
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA0–4 yrs52m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The Rajagopalan lab is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated post-doctoral researcher to join the group in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Virginia Tech. The primary focus will be to assemble engineered tissues and organoids using new biomaterial approaches and iPSC stem-cell based methodologies. Opportunities exist for collaborations with AI/ML researchers and biologists within the NSF COMPASS center.
Key Responsibilities
- Designing 3D tissues and organoids.
- Data management.
- Dissemination of scientific results.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field.
- PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
- Background and knowledge in tissue engineering or organoid development.
- Background and knowledge in biomaterials.
- Background in cell-based methodologies.
- Track record of scientific productivity and publications.
- Experience and background in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend for a long period of time.
- Must wear personal protection equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC).
- Prior experience in multi-disciplinary projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with investigators in other disciplines.