Biomedical Engineer

University of Colorado System; Allenspark (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Musculoskeletal Extracellular Matrix Lab, within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CU Boulder, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to help start a research program studying the effect of Down Syndrome on the material properties of the musculoskeletal system.

CU Boulder offers comprehensive benefits, a NIH postdoctoral stipend of $65,000, mentorship of graduate and undergraduate researchers, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering or biomedical sciences.
• Experience with small rodent handling, confocal imaging and standard biochemical assays.
• Desire to learn mass spectrometry and computational analysis of large omics data sets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out an independent research project involving mechanical testing, imaging, mass spectrometry, and animal husbandry to study Down Syndrome effects on musculoskeletal tissues.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Develop and write proposals independently and with others in the lab to support future research.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Mentoring

Research planning

Education

PhD in engineering or biomedical sciences

Tools

Confocal imaging

Mass spectrometry

Animal husbandry

Job description

Job Summary

The Musculoskeletal Extracellular Matrix Lab, within the Departmentof Mechanical Engineering at CU Boulder, is seeking a PostdoctoralAssociate to help start a research program studying the effect ofDown Syndrome on the material properties of the musculoskeletalsystem.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

Who We Are

Musculoskeletal Extracellular MatrixLab

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Develop and carry out an independent research project thatinvolves mechanical testing, imaging, mass spectrometry, and animalhusbandry to determine the effect of Down Syndrome onmusculoskeletal tissues.
• Play a direct role in mentoring graduate and undergraduatestudents.
• Develop and write proposals independently and with others inthe lab to support future research.

What We Can Offer

$65,000 Annual Salary (NIH postdoctoral stipend)

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's BestLarge Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Coloradoand #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks andprograms through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be challenged. Be game-changing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• PhD in engineering or biomedical sciences.
• Experience with small rodent handling, confocal imaging andstandard biochemical assays.
• Desire to learn new techniques including mass spectrometry andcomputational analysis of large 'omics data sets.