Postdoctoral Researcher - Biomedical Engineering

Job #: 077956
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $61,000 - $62,000
Hours: Dependent upon faculty schedule (40hrs per week)
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:
The work, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, will bedirected by Prof. Pranav Soman. Pranav Soman holds two positions, as a Professor in Biomedical and Chemical Engineering at Syracuse University and The Bioinspired Institute (https://bioinspired.syr.edu/), and as an IPA Rotator Program Director of the Advanced Manufacturing (AM) program at the National Science Foundation (NSF). Prof. Soman's central research focus is to push the boundaries of optics - based 3D processing and printing technologies and develop dependable models that capture in vivo physiology and pathophysiology. Toward this goal, his group has developed an optical manufacturing technology toolbox to advance research in 3D (bio)printing, microfluidics, organ-on-chip, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and single cell analysis. He is also the founder of 3D Microfluidics LLC (3DM), a startup funded by NSF Small Business grant to provide cost-effective microfluidics solutions to researchers in life sciences. In his role at NSF, Prof. Soman's advocates innovative interdisciplinary research and education in advanced manufacturing and mentors junior research members in the field.

The fellow will work in Soman's group located within the BioInspired Institute, which offers world class facilities and a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment where engineers, biologists, chemists, and material scientists collaborate with clinicians from SUNY Upstate Medical University to address high impact challenges in the bioscience community. Prof. Soman will help the fellow develop a tailored Individual Development Plan to advance his/her professional goals with workshops in scientific writing, and guidance for career development.



Qualifications:
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in optical engineering, physics, material science, or a closely related discipline with demonstrated expertise in optical engineering, laser optics, and photo-polymerization methods.

Job Specific Qualifications:


Responsibilities:

Develop new hardware, instrumentation, and associated materials suitable for advanced 3D printing techniques, particularly two-photon and vat Photopolymerization.

Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research projects.

Pursue independent research interests while collaborating with scientists across diverse disciplines under minimal supervision from the PI.

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

Publish in peer-reviewed journals, present findings at conferences, and write proposals.

About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

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