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Post Doctoral Research Associate- Biomedical Engineering
Salary: $48,000 per year
Benefits: Generousbenefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirementmatch, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Biomedical Engineering
Position Status: Full-time (Grant funded)
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 434610/10-1125
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
Biomedical MicrodevicesLab (BML) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate tocontribute to a cutting-edge project focused on studying intra- andintercellular mechanotransduction. The successful candidate will play a crucialrole in developing and employing a novel microfluidic platform to study thetransmission of mechanical signals between cells, specifically from cell-celljunctions to the nucleus, at the single cell level. Through this project, weaim to gain a deeper understanding of how mechanical forces influence nuclearorganization and gene expression, with potential applications in variousphysiological and disease contexts.
Thispostdoctoral research position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute toa novel area of mechanobiology research, providing a deeper understanding ofcellular responses to mechanical stimuli and their implications in diseasepathogenesis. The successful candidate will benefit from a structured trainingenvironment and international collaborative opportunities. We are committed topromoting a nurturing environment and encourage applications from researchersof all backgrounds.
The initialappointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension based onperformance. Note: This is a grant funded position.
DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Microfluidic Platform Development: The PostdoctoralResearch Associate will be responsible for contributing to the development andoptimization of a high-throughput mechanotransduction microfluidic platform.This will involve designing and fabricating the microfluidic devices,integrating live cell imaging capabilities, and ensuring precise control ofmechanical forces applied to the cells within the platform.
Mechanical Stimulation Experiments: The PostdoctoralResearch Associate will conduct experiments to apply flow-induced andphysiologically relevant mechanical forces to single cells and cell pairs usingthe developed microfluidic platform.
Live Cell Imaging and Analysis: The candidate willperform real-time imaging of cellular responses to mechanical forces andanalyze the data to understand the impact of these forces.
Collaboration and Communication: The PostdoctoralResearch Associate will collaborate with other members of the research team andinteract with collaborators in United Kingdom.
Dissemination: The candidate will present researchfindings at conferences and prepare manuscripts for publication in scientificjournals.
Mentoring and Outreach: The candidate will have theopportunity to mentor graduate & undergraduate researchers involved in theproject and participate in outreach activities.
Completes otherduties as assigned.
AboutDuquesne University
DuquesneUniversity is a top-tier Catholic university located in the heart ofPittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a Carnegie R2 institution, Duquesne fosters avibrant research environment while maintaining a strong commitment to teachingand community engagement. The university offers state-of-the-art researchfacilities and a vibrant interdisciplinary research environment across naturalsciences, engineering, and health sciences.
Consistentlyranked among the most livable cities in the United States, Pittsburgh is avibrant and affordable city with a thriving innovation ecosystem, world-classmedical centers, and a strong academic presence. Home to renowned universitiesand a growing number of biotech startups, the city also offers a rich culturalscene and abundant green spaces-making it an ideal environment for early-careerscholars.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering,Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Physics, CellBiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Strong background in experimental research,microfluidics, and microscopy techniques.
Expertise in mechanobiology, cell-cell interactions,and cellular signaling pathways is desirable.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills towork effectively within a multidisciplinary team and with externalcollaborators.
A proven track record of scientific productivity,evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination ofexperience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilitiesrequired to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is notlimited to, the following:
Ability toestablish and maintain effective working relationships with the UniversityCommunity.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the Universityand to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. Themission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit ofservice, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and anecumenical campus community.
APPLICATIONINSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact informationfor three professional references.
Review ofapplications will begin immediately and will continue until the position isfilled. Preference will be given to candidates who are available to start byJanuary 2026.
DuquesneUniversity was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, theCongregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic inmission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity,Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution andas an employer.