Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - BioMedical Engineering

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The Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department at Carnegie Mellon University is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to solving complex healthcare challenges. Located within CMU's College of Engineering, the department emphasizes the integration of engineering principles with biomedical sciences to address pressing medical and biological issues. The department is characterized by its focus on creating impactful technologies and therapies that improve patient care and advance biomedical innovation globally.

Carnegie Mellon University’s department of Biomechanical Engineering is searching for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their team. The postdoctoral researcher will conduct experiments in cell biology, biotechnology, and biochemistry at the CMU automated science laboratory at Bakery Square. Applicants should have experience in cell culture, transfection and transformation, and protein purification and characterization, as well as familiarity with optical and fluorescence microscopy and common techniques of physical biochemistry. While the research is focused on biological sciences, the researcher will work in an automated science lab and formal training in engineering is preferred.

Core Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing independent research

• Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment used to perform research

• Responsible for reporting progress to project advisor, research collaborators, and
  funding sponsors

• Responsible for documenting research accomplishments and reporting work in a peer-
  reviewed journal

• Other duties as assigned.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree required

• Demonstrated technical skills

• Strong publication record and the capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary work environment.

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Demonstrated experiences working in a collaborative environment.

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

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