Research Assistant for the Development of Wearable Electronic Systems

The Center for Translational Medical Devices (CENTMED) at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a postdoctoral associate to join this new initiative focused on designing and developing novel medical devices for human use.

The successful applicant will work on several projects aimed at improving diagnosis and therapy of metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurologic diseases. These projects involve computational modeling, device design and manufacturing, optimization of chemical, mechanical, and electrical properties, and preclinical experiments. CENTMED offers multidisciplinary training with significant academic freedom across various high-impact translational projects. The candidate will collaborate with PhD-level scientists, graduate, and undergraduate students, gaining skills in manuscript and grant proposal writing, research advising, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Applicants must have a BS in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. The primary project involves designing and implementing a wearable blood pressure monitoring system using ECG and PPG (or bio-impedance).

The ideal candidate should have expertise in:

• Design and validation of PCB circuits (using Altium or Allegro)
• Embedded programming of microcontrollers with Bluetooth Low Energy

Preferred experience includes:

• Design and implementation of wearable devices

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV with full publication list, research statement, and three reference letters in PDF format. For questions, contact Professor Sohmyung Ha at [emailprotected].

Terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications are accepted immediately until the position is filled. To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, degree transcript, a one-page research summary, and at least two recommendation letters in PDF. Visit our website for application instructions.

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university offering a liberal arts and science undergraduate program. It is part of NYU’s global network, fostering international academic mobility. NYUAD is a hub for scholarly activity, research, and knowledge creation, serving as a center for intellectual and creative pursuits in the Arab world.

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