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University at Buffalo

Postdoctoral Associate

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$50K - $80K/yr

... Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade E.89 Posting Detail ... PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related discipline. Preferred ...

The Pennsylvania State University

... Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in the ... BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to ...

The Pennsylvania State University

... Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in the ... BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to ...

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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time engineering postdoc in the United States is $125,163.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFull Time Engineering PostdocResearch Engineer
CredentialsPhD in Engineering or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field, often with industry experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research institutions, laboratoriesIndustry, corporate R&D departments, tech companies
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research centers, government labsPrivate companies, startups, industrial R&D
Primary FocusResearch, publishing, academic collaborationProduct development, applied research, innovation

In summary, a Full Time Engineering Postdoc primarily focuses on research and academic contributions, often holding a PhD, while a Research Engineer applies engineering skills in industry settings to develop products and solutions. Both roles involve research but differ in environment, goals, and industry application.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Engineering Postdoc job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,163 per year, or $60.2 per hour.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biomedical Engineering (UPDATED) (Multiple Positions)

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biomedical Engineering (UPDATED) (Multiple Positions)

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

University Of Arizona rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biomedical Engineering (UPDATED) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number
req23896
Department
Biomedical Engineering
Department Website Link
https://bme.engineering.arizona.edu/
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
1127 E. James E. Rogers Way, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
Please note: As of 11/19, this posting has been updated in its number of vacancies from 1 to 2. The Song lab (https://songlab.arizona.edu) in the University of Arizona Department of Biomedical Engineering is hiring a postdoctoral fellow to advance regenerative therapies for spinal cord injury. Our group, fully funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH), develops neuromodulation devices integrating advanced materials science and stem cell therapy to evaluate their therapeutic potential for neurotrauma. We are particularly interested in candidates who have research experience in small animal models related to spinal cord injuries. The applicant is expected to have a strong background in relevant molecular and cellular assays and animal behavior testing. The postdoctoral fellow will conduct and analyze experiments, contribute to research proposals, presentations, and publications, and receive mentorship from the principal investigator.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Conduct independent research on evaluating the regenerative therapies with in vitro cell culture studies and in vivo animal models.
  • Carry-out analysis of research samples using advanced techniques and validate the measurements.
  • Document, process, and analyze research data.
  • Disseminate research results through publishing papers and providing presentations in recognized scientific journals and conferences.
  • Help oversee a team of graduate and undergraduate research assistants to conduct the studies.
  • Participate and prepare grant writing with a principal investigator.
  • Contribute to report writing for funding sponsors.
  • Maintain lab equipment regularly and help oversee a lab to conduct experiments safely.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to acquire new skills beyond current expertise to achieve project objectives.
  • In-depth theoretical and practical knowledge in neurotrauma.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Biology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong scientific track record demonstrating well-organized design and execution of studies.
  • Experience with cell biology, chemistry, and/or tissue engineering.
  • Experience with cell culture.
  • Experience with immunostaining, western blot, flow cytometry, ELISAs, qPCR, and microscopy.
  • Experience with animal behavior, surgery, and tissue harvest.

FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
NIH Postdoc Salary Scale, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
2
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Shang Song shangsong@arizona.edu
Open Date
9/16/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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