Jobs Posted on the Whova Community Board of SB3C 2024: Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport
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Postdoctoral Position in the Diagnosis of Incipient Fetlock Stress Fracture in Thoroughbred Racehorses
University of Wisconsin-Madison A postdoctoral position in finite element modeling and mechanical testing is available in the Comparative Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (School of Veterinary Medicine) and the H... enak Laboratory (College of Engineering) at UW-Madison. The long-term goal of this research project is to reduce serious injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses, many of which result in euthanasia, by leveraging the recent development of standing CT for horses via Asto CT. The short-range goals, which the postdoc will accomplish with the research team, are to develop and validate a finite element model to identify proximal sesamoid bones with imminent risk of articular stress fracture.
A candidate with a PhD in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering or a similar field, with experience in finite element analysis is preferred. The candidate will be expected to develop expertise in finite element modeling of damage and remodeling of bone and will work with other team members to analyze and report results. The candidate will be co-supervised by a veterinary clinician-scientist and an engineer and will form part of an interdisciplinary team. The project is funded through the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.
Applications for the position should include a CV, cover letter stating research background and interests, and contact information for three professional references. Please send applications to Corinne Henak (chenak@wisc.edu).
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Doctoral Student Position in Ocular Biomechanics and Mechanobiology
University of South Florida Description: The Safa Lab in the Department of Medical Engineering at USF Tampa is seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student to investigate the biomechanical and mechanobiological ... factors involved in the behavior of ocular soft tissues, such as the iris and optic nerve head, and their roles in glaucoma pathophysiology. Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness, is characterized by anatomical and biomechanical factors related to ocular soft tissues like the iris configuration and optic nerve head remodeling. This project aims to enhance our understanding of the mechanobiology underlying the deformation of these soft tissues and their contributions to glaucoma. The successful candidate will: • Develop experimental models and techniques to study the biomechanics of ocular soft tissues involved in glaucoma, including the iris and optic nerve head. • Characterize the mechanical properties and microstructure of these tissues using techniques like mechanical testing, microscopy, and image analysis. • Investigate cellular and extracellular matrix responses in ocular soft tissues under mechanical stimuli. • Explore the biomechanical mechanisms involved in angle-closure, optic neuropathy, and other glaucomatous changes. • Collaborate with a diverse team of researchers in the lab. Qualifications: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. • Background in solid mechanics, biomechanics, and mechanobiology. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research, publish in high-impact journals, and present at national and international conferences. Interested applicants should submit their CV, transcripts, a statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to Dr. Safa (bsafa3@gatech.edu).
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Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Ocular Biomechanics and Mechanobiology
University of South Florida Description: The Safa lab in the Department of Medical Engineering at USF Tampa, seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate the mechanisms of optic nerve head remodeling in glauco... ma. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, and optic nerve head remodeling is a hallmark of the disease (PMID: 34954731). The specific job duties include the following: • Develop and optimize 3D hydrogel systems, such as gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA), to mimic the optic nerve head microenvironment. • Culture optic nerve head cells in 2D and 3D environments. • Characterize the morphology, stiffness, and microstructure of the remodeled optic nerve head constructs using various techniques, such as microscopy, mechanical testing, and image analysis. • Experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of results. • Preparing manuscripts and abstracts for scientific meetings. • Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, as appropriate in conjunction with the lab PI.
Degrees required for this job: By the start date the candidate should have received a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, cellular biology, or a closely related field.
Required skills: Knowledge and experience in experimental mechanobiology, cell culture techniques, cellular/ECM biology, microscopy, and image analysis are required. Familiarity with mechanical testing, hydrogel fabrication techniques, and ocular physiology, particularly optic nerve head anatomy and glaucoma pathophysiology, are preferred. Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team, contribute to a positive lab culture, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and assist with the preparation of grants and manuscripts is essential.
Apply: For consideration, please send the PI (mailto:bsafa3@gatech.edu) your CV, one relevant publication, and names and contact information of three referees by stating their relationship to the candidate (e.g., Ph.D. supervisor).
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Post-doc
University of California Irvine Post doctoral researcher position available in the Chesler lab at UCI. Experience with cardiopulmonary biomechanics, either experimental or computational, required. Must be a team... player as well as able to work independently.
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Postdoctoral position in the “ER” lab
Texas A&M University The “ER” lab is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow with background in cardiovascular fluid mechanics. The postdoctoral fellow will be part of a multidisciplinary team developi... ng a closed loop model for hemorrhagic shock, aortic occlusion and resuscitation (funded by NIH R01). Prior experience with LabChart, PV loop data, and CFD modeling is strongly recommended. Please email Dr. Rahbar your CV if you’re interested to learn more.
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Microfluidic/Cancer Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Pittsburgh Visit Pitt’s booth during exhibit hours for more info! Research project in the area of macrophage-fibroblast signaling, cell migration, ovarian cancer metastasis and drug resistan... ce, systems biology of drug response. Applicants should hold a PhD in bioengineering, biomedical sciences or related fields. Computational and experimental openings are available in the area of the microenvironment engineering. Please see detailed job description and apply using the link. Interested applicants can email Ioannis with a CV, statement or research interests, and contact information for three references.
Link:https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_faculty_external_pd/jobdetail.ftl?job=23007454See More >>
Senior Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering
Clemson University We are looking to fill a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with an anticipated start date of Fall 2024 or earlier. Candidates with extensive pra... ctice and expertise in mechanical engineering may be considered for the rank of Senior Lecturer or Professor of Practice. The position will be appointed with a one-year contract, renewable annually, and with the promotion to Senior Lecturer after 5 years of excellent performance. Primary duties include teaching up to four courses, or equivalent, per semester and actively contributing to the department's undergraduate teaching mission.
Postdoctoral researcher or doctoral student position in Endothelial Mechanotrransduction
Michigan Technological University The Han lab in Biomedical Engineering at Michigan Technological University seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow or a Doctoral student to investigate the mechanisms of endothelial cells' re... cognition of high laminar or low disturbed fluid shear stress. It is a continuation from our recent report on traction modulation under a flow with or without low-shear preconditioning (10.1152/ajpheart.00067.2024). The specific job duties include the following: • Develop and optimize traction-measurable flow chamber for live cell imaging under a spinning disk confocal microscope. • Culture endothelial cells (ECs) in the flow chamber and perform flow experiments under a microscope. • Inhibit key mechano-sensors in ECs via siRNA. • Western blot quantification of key inflammation transcripts. • Other molecular biological skills • Analyze traction force from images and compare it with other signals. • Preparing manuscripts and abstracts for scientific meetings. • Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, as appropriate in conjunction with the lab PI.
Degrees required for this job: MS for Ph.D, or Ph.D for a postdoc in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, cellular biology, or a closely related field.
Required skills: Knowledge and experience in experimental mechanobiology, cell culture techniques, endothelial biology, microscopy, and image analysis are required. Familiarity with testing, and silicone gel fabrication techniques is preferred. Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team, contribute to a positive lab culture, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and assist with the preparation of grants and manuscripts is essential.
Apply: For consideration, please send the PI (mailto:sjhan@mtu.edu) your CV, one relevant publication, and names and contact information of three referees by stating their relationship to the candidate (e.g., Ph.D. or MS supervisor).
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Doctoral Student in Cardiovascular Biofluids
Michigan Technological University I am looking for a PhD student to join my lab at Michigan Tech biomedical engineering department. Our work focuses on computational and experimental assessment of flow dynamics af... ter medical device implantation, medical design device, modeling cardiovascular diseases and therapies, and predictive modeling. Our work tackles adult and pediatric diseases. For more information please reach out to me at: hhatoum@mtu.edu or feel free to reach out on Whova to meet in person next week.
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Postdoc and Doctoral student— developing digital twins of human organ
University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Applicants for postdoctoral fellow positions: are expected to have doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Math or relevant areas.
... Applicants for doctoral positions: are expected to have MSc or BSc degree in biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Applied Math or relevant areas.
Successful candidates will be expected to carry out multidisciplinary research, present the results in international conferences, and publish scholarly papers. The benefits for lab members are in accordance with the tables of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for postdoc researchers and doctoral students.
Strong background in computational medicine and programming is required. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their CV and transcripts along with 1-2 pages description of their interest and background to Dr. Mahsa Dabagh at dabaghme@uwm.edu. Please list three references.
UMass Amherst Sun lab at UMass Amherst has multiple openings for PhD students and postdocs who are interested in mechanobiology, collective cell migration, stem cell biology and organoids. Cont... act me if you are interested!
Link:https://websites.umass.edu/ybsun/See More >>
PhD positions in clot mechanics
Binghamton University There are multiple phd positions in the multiphysics modeling group in the fall 2024. The group will move to Binghamton University in the August. Interested students will work on ... clot growth and rupture considering fluid structure interactions. The projects are funded through the NSF CAREER award for the next 5 years. You can leave me a message.
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All ranks tenure stream faculty
Michigan State University Two positions in the area of Biomechanics will be posted (August) and all ranks considered. Positions will be in the mechanical engineering department at Michigan State University... . Feel free to contact me to learn more (Tamara Bush)
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Postdoc position in tendon development, adaptation, and injury
University of Michigan We are actively recruiting a postdoc fellow interested in tendon biology and biomechanics. Interested candidates, if recruited, will lead research projects focused on the developm... ent and healing of tendons (eg. Achilles. patellar) using mouse models with focuses on effects on loading (using optogenetics), metabolism, and hypoxia using transgenic mouse models and in vitro microphysiological systems. Candidates should have a willingness to work with small animal models, cell and tissue culture, and structure/function techniques and also have an interest in scientific writing, project management, and mentoring (e.g., undergraduate and medical students). Interested candidates are encouraged to email Megan Killian, PhD, with their CV and a brief statement of interest by July 1, 2024. Megan is also at the SB3C meeting in Lake Geneva, so feel free to send a direct message on Whova or introduce yourself at the conference.
Link:https://killian.lab.medicine.umich.edu/See More >>
Postdoc position in brain stroke biomechanics
University of California Riverside The Laksari Lab in the UCR Bourns College of Engineering at University of California, Riverside is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral candidate to work on translational proj... ects at the intersection of biomechanics and stroke. We aim to use a combination of engineering methods, medical imaging, and machine learning to better understand the mechanisms of ischemic stroke and develop diagnostic and interventional approaches. An important component of this position will be to work as part of an interdisciplinary team spanning engineering, neurology, and the school of medicine. The successful candidate will be required to lead independent research projects, work closely with our medical collaborators, mentor students, and publish high-quality research each year. The position is available to start immediately, initially for 2 years with the possibility of renewal for longer.
* Required qualifications: Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Strong engineering and experimental background. Experience in medical image processing and computational simulations. Strong publication track record. Strong written and oral English communication skills.
* Preferred qualifications: Expertise in brain imaging. Experience in finite element and biomechanical modeling. Experience in collecting medical imaging data.
DASI Simulations DASI Simulations is a pre-procedural planning software for structural heart interventions, primarily TAVR. This AI-based software helps physicians to make more informed decisions ... with the patient. We’re looking for passionate individuals with an interest in cardiovascular technology, computational modeling, and AI. Relocation to Columbus OH required. Full time in office position.
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Postdoc and PhD positions in cartilage Raman spectroscopy
Boston University The Albro Lab of the Boston University College of Engineering is currently recruiting postdocs and PhD students for research on the development and implementation of Raman spectro... scopic platforms for assessments of cartilage composition. Projects include: 1) development of Raman arthroscopic diagnostics for osteoarthritis, 2) utilization of Raman for monitoring cartilage regenerative therapies, and 3) Raman microscopy imaging for elucidating structure/function relationships of soft connective tissues. Individuals with interest or experience in spectroscopy, biomechanics, and/or tissue engineering are encouraged to apply. If interested, please reach out to Michael Albro (albro@bu.edu) or feel free to contact via Whova. Happy to arrange a time to chat during the conference.
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Postdoc and PhD positions in molecular and multiscale modeling of ECM
University of Connecticut Tarakanova lab at University of Connecticut has multiple openings for PhD students and postdocs who are interested in computational mechanics, molecular and multiscale modeling, b... iomechanics, mechanobiology, and applications to aging-associated disease. Contact me if you are interested!
Link:http://www.tarakanovagroup.orgSee More >>
Postdoctoral position in ocular biomechanics
Nguyen Lab, Johns Hopkins University The Nguyen Lab in Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University and the Wilmer Eye Institute at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine is recruiting postdoctoral fellows for pr... ojects in the area of ocular biomechanics. Possible projects include: 1) the development of image correlation methods to analyze ultrasound and optical coherence tomography image volumes to determine tissue deformations, 2) the development of computational methods to determine material properties from full-field deformation measurements, 3) micro-mechanical modeling to understand the structure-properties-function relationship of the tissues of the optic nerve head. Individuals with experience with finite element methods, virtual field and related methods, and/or digital volume/image correlation methods are encouraged to apply. If interested, please email a complete curriculum vitae, two representative publications, and the names and addresses of two references to vicky.nguyen@jhu.edu.
Link:https://nguyenlab.wse.jhu.eduSee More >>
ORISE Fellow (Additive Manufacturing)
U.S. Food and Drug Administration The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Division of Applied Mechanics (DAM) in the Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories (OSEL) through the Oak Ridge Institute for ... Science and Education (ORISE) is seeking a graduate Material, Mechanical, and/or Biomedical Engineering student (Masters level or above) for a full-time paid research opportunity (~GS 9 – GS 12) to start in the Fall of 2024. The student will be mentored by the Additive Manufacturing (AM) Program team. The student’s learning opportunities may include conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus), Performing mechanical testing of AM coupons (fatigue, compression, tensile, etc.), working with various AM technologies (e.g., FDM, SLA, Polyjet, SLS) and their affiliated post processing, designing and fabricating samples and fixtures in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks), programming (e.g., Python, g-code), analyzing data, imaging specimens. Prior experience with laboratory work, AM, CAD, FEA, programming, and/or mechanical testing is preferable. The student should have hands-on experience in mechanical testing and a good working knowledge of mechanics of materials and material science. Applicant must be able to meet all requirements to work on a Federal Campus. Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens; Permanent Residents; and Non-Citizens. All candidates must meet applicable security requirements which include a background check and a minimum of 3 out of the past 5 years’ residency status in the US. Applicants must have received their last educational degree within the past 5 years. Duty Location: FDA’s Silver Spring campus, In-person and virtual (heavily weighted to in-person) Position Length: Initially 6 months. Continued contingent on future funding. Application Deadline: July 12th, 2024 Please e-mail cover letter and resume to Dr. Daniel Porter (Daniel.Porter@fda.hhs.gov) and Dr. Matthew Di Prima (Matthew.DiPrima@fda.hhs.gov) and apply thru Zintellect
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Post-doc fellow and staff researcher positions in cardiovascular lab
UCLA We are a cardiovascular imaging lab with a need for candidates who have experience in biomechanics and fluid dynamics for ischemic heart disease, arrhythmias, and congenital heart... disease. We are especially interested in candidates with work in the area of perfusion (coronary physiology) and arrhythmias. Prior first author publications in relevant areas are expected. Excellent infrastructure is available to support highly productive candidates who are interested in tenured faculty track positions with joint mentoring from a T32 Caltech-UCLA engineering research program. Please see our work at the conference and email your CV to KimLienNguyen@mednet.ucla.edu.
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Biomechanics Technical Consultant (Ph.D.)
Exponent, Inc. We are currently seeking a Biomechanics Associate for our Biomechanics Practice. In this role, you will work as part of a team to execute biomechanics consulting projects related ... to human movement and injury analyses. Areas of work will include analysis of the human body response to forces to evaluate the potential for injury; analysis of specific incidents to determine whether and/or how an injury occurred; and analysis of whether injuries could have been avoided or mitigated (e.g., seatbelt use, helmet use, proper use of products, premises, or machinery). This work requires engineering skills and scientific rigor, as well as the ability to identify, obtain, and synthesize reliable information from a variety of sources and real-world experience.
You will be responsible for: * Reviewing technical and non-technical materials in detail to identify key facts and information (such as police reports, medical/autopsy records, legal pleadings, expert reports, statements and testimony, photographs and video recordings, and product specifications and documentation) * Researching and reviewing relevant scientific articles, texts, and test data, and analyzing and synthesizing technical information pertaining to biomechanical issues involving kinematics, dynamics, mechanisms of injury, and human tolerance * Demonstrating the ability to synthesize technical information into an easily understood format suitable for technical and non-technical audiences * Clearly communicating findings via presentations and written reports * Managing projects with effective cost-control measures * Assisting in conducting research, publishing research findings in technical journals, and presenting findings at meetings and conferences * Actively participating in our Biomechanics Practice and assisting in marketing the group's technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community
Link:https://careers-exponent.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchRelation=keyword_all&searchCategory=8713See More >>
Assistant/Associate Professor
Joint BME Dept at NC State University and UNC-Chapel Hill This position is for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in all areas related to Biomedical Engineering.
Biomedical Engineering is a supportive and highly collabor... ative environment. Our mission is to improve human quality of life through careful study, analysis, research, and design of innovative technologies to benefit the people of North Carolina and others whom we serve.
We seek outstanding candidates conducting research in any area of Biomedical Engineering, especially those that complement the department’s current strengths in Biomedical Microdevices, Rehabilitation Engineering, Biomedical Imaging, Pharmacoengineering, and Regenerative Medicine.
Link:https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/203264See More >>
