Associate Biomedical Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

This is a post-doctoral position located in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME). Areas of biomedical engineering research include: Bioinstrumentation and Medical Devices, Biomaterials and Micro/Nanofabrication, Biomechanics, Biomedical Optics and Imaging, Biomolecular, Cellular, and Tissue Engineering, Cancer Bioengineering, Cardiovascular Engineering, Neural Engineering

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with a faculty mentor who determines the training agenda.
• Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of a research project.
• Prepare and present data to study investigators.
• Author, co-author, and otherwise collaborate on reports, conference papers and journal articles.
• Supervise research assistants and laboratory personnel.

This is a standing posting to remain open throughout the 2025-2026 academic year.

This posting is not regularly monitored for applications. Applicants will be contacted by the department if they are being considered for an open position.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and technical skills with research and/or laboratory experience in the appropriate field

The Department of Biomedical Engineering is an academic unit of the College of Science and Engineering that administers biomedical engineering degree programs at all levels (bachelor's, master's, and doctoral).
While research possibilities among the graduate faculty span the full spectrum of biomedical engineering, the Department has established interests in cardiovascular, neural, and cancer engineering. We seek to focus growth and excellence in these research areas as we grow.

Pay Range: $61,008 - $72,960 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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This position will remain open until filled.

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