Post-Doctoral Associate - Brisbois

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Brisbois lab within ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed to advance biomaterials and polymer research for medical applications.

The successful candidate will perform in vitro characterization, develop antimicrobial surfaces, and contribute to translational projects while mentoring graduate students in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment in Athens.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience in biomaterials research is preferred.
• Strong data analysis and scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and optimize biomaterials for hemocompatibility and antimicrobial properties.
• Characterize materials in vitro using relevant assays.
• Prepare and present data reports; assist in grant/proposal writing.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students in the lab.

Skills

Biomaterials

Polymer science

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory techniques

In vitro assays

Microscopy

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: G/R23254P

Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Brisbois

Department: ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The lab is in the new UGA Interdisciplinary STEM research building and is funded by competitive grants including several NIH R01s, DoD, and CDC. Our lab's interdisciplinary research focused on the interface of materials, chemistry, bioengineering, biology, and medicine. Our current research focuses on biomaterials, polymer science, blood-surface interactions, antimicrobial surfaces, antifouling surface, and controlled delivery of therapeutic agents (e.g., nitric oxide). We design novel biomaterials and study their applications in medicine and other relevant fields.

Our lab is comprised of an interdisciplinary team including scientists, engineers, and clinicians who aim to study the biocompatibility of medical devices (e.g., insulin delivery systems, catheters, extracorporeal circulation, hemocompatibility, and antimicrobial surfaces). We conduct translational research in an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration, fosters innovative discoveries, and expedites the translation of these findings to clinical technologies to improve quality of life

College/Unit/Department website: http://brisboislab.uga.edu/

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: 40 hours per week.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2024

Posting Date: 02/22/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

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Duties/Responsibilities

• Fabricate and optimize hemocompatible and antimicrobial biomaterials
• In vitro characterization of biomaterials and polymers
• Proposal writing and data reports
• Mentoring and supervising graduate students