Postdoctoral Fellow, Computational Engineering (Biohub Chicago)

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago (https://www.czbiohub.org/chi) is an independent nonprofit research institute that brings together three powerhouse universities - Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - into a single collaborative technology and discovery engine. CZ Biohub itself supports some of the brightest, boldest engineers, data scientists, and biomedical researchers to make breakthroughs in medicine and develop new technologies, frequently in collaboration with our partner universities. We are guided by our values of scholarly excellence; disruptive innovation; hands-on engineering/hacking/building; partnership and collaboration; open communication and respect; inclusiveness; and opportunity for all.

Our Vision

• We pursue large scientific challenges that cannot be pursued in conventional environments
• We enable individual investigators to pursue their riskiest and most innovative ideas
• The technologies developed at CZ Biohub Chicago facilitate research by scientists and clinicians at our home institutions and beyond

Diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives are at the heart of CZ Biohub Network and enable disruptive innovation and scholarly excellence. We are committed to cultivating an organization where all colleagues feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution.

The Opportunity

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago is seeking outstanding early-career scientists to join and participate in the launch of the Biohub Chicago by continuing their training as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Engineering. For this particular position, the ideal candidate is expected to have experience in multiphysics simulations, programming, AI/ML frameworks, differential geometry and topology optimization.

What You'll Do

• Develop novel techniques in topology optimization for 3D devices
• Develop computational tools for developing 2D motifs to seamlessly wrap 3D tissues
• Work on reinforcement learning techniques and diffusion approaches to geometry generation
• Build multiphysics simulations into the development process of devices, including mechanics fluidics and thermal simulations

You have 

Essential -

• A PhD from a relevant field with work experience in one or more categories listed above
• A GitHub - or similar - repository showcasing your work
• At least 3 years of experience proficiency in Python and 3D visualization
• At least 1 year experience in developing AI/Ml architectures

Nice to have - 

• Strong background in mathematics especially differential geometry
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEniCS preferred)
• Experience with Taichi Graphics and DiffTaichi

Compensation

The Chicago, IL base pay range for this role is $75,000.00. New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. Actual placement in range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process. 

What We Provide 

• Resources to disrupt and innovate at the frontiers of our knowledge of biology and disease
• A collegial and collaborative environment consisting of diverse expertise
• Access to collaborators, resources and facilities at our three partner universities (Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) and at partner organizations in Chicagoland and beyond
• Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with the experience

If you’re interested in a role but your previous experience doesn’t perfectly align with each qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect fit for this or another role.

Benefits

We offer a robust benefits program that enables the important work Biohubbers do everyday. Our benefits include healthcare coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter subsidies, family planning services with fertility care, childcare stipend, 401