Apply now Job no:496027
Work type:Postdoc / Research / Fellow
Location:Denver, CO
Categories:Research, Postdoc / Fellow

This is a one-year position, renewable for up to two years (inclusive of Year 1) based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Position is available immediately and it remains open until filled.

Essential Functions

• Work on micro-device assembly techniques to support projects in microfluidics, micro physiological, and electrochemical sensors.
• Develop 2D and 3D cell culture models for monitoring human cells and tissues in real-time.
• Ability to work in a highly interdisciplinary environment and drive scientific and technical innovation with other members at the Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging (KIHA).
• Publish research in peer-reviewed scientific literature.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of micro/nanofabrication, CAD modelling, 3D printing and micromachining.
• Experience with cell culture, cell imaging, organs-on-chip technologies, and in-vitro modeling.
• Experience with microfluidic assembly, and polymer bonding techniques.
• Knowledge of finite element methods for microfluidic simulation.
• Experience with programming languages and/or LabVIEW software to setup experiments and data collection.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in electrical, mechanical, biomedical engineering or related disciplines.
• Experience in biological research and/or electrochemical analysis.
• Experience in biomarker detection (optical and electrochemical methods).
• Record of successful publication in a related field. Ability to collaboratively write conference and journal publications, and interact with potential research sponsors.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and ability to work in a highly multidisciplinary environment.

Working Environment

Physical Activities

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) March 1, 2023.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number:

The salary grade for the position is 8.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver .

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The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age (40 years and over in the employment context), religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veterans status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the university's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended in 2008; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For the university's complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please see non?discrimination?statement .

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.