Post Doctoral Research Associate

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fluid Locomotion Laboratory at the New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate or senior research position in underwater attachment mechanics and bioinspired design. The position will begin as soon as October 2026.

The role focuses on developing and testing physical models of underwater attachment mechanisms, building on the group's work in biologically inspired attachment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, or related area with experience in comparative biomechanics, robotics, and/or fluid dynamics is required
• Strong quantitative background including statistics and computer programming
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, shown by a strong publication record
• Excellent organizational, project management, data analysis and data management skills
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary work as part of a collaborative team
• Strong interest in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

Responsibilities

• Develop and test physical models of underwater attachment mechanisms
• Build on the group’s research in biologically inspired attachment
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and mentor students
• Contribute to publications and presentations

Skills

Quantitative background (statistics, 0

Programming experience

Excellent written and oral skills

Data analysis and data management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring students

Education

PhD in Biology or related field

Job description

Title

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Department

Biological Sciences

Reports To

Chair

Position Summary

The Fluid Locomotion Laboratory at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, led by Prof. Brooke Flammang, invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate or senior research position in the field of underwater attachment mechanics and bioinspired design. Position will begin as soon as October 2026.

Essential Functions

The position will involve aiding in the development and testing of physical models of underwater attachment mechanisms, building upon the research group's efforts in biologically inspired attachment (https://bflammang.wixsite.com/fluidlocolab/research).

Pre-Requisite Qualifications

• A PhD in Biology, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, or a related area with experience in comparative biomechanics, robotics, and/or fluid dynamics is required
• A very strong quantitative background, including statistics and computer programming
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, shown by a strong publication record and presentations at conferences
• Excellent organizational, project management, data analysis and data management skills
• A strong interest in conducting interdisciplinary work as part of a collaborative team
• A strong interest in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and broadening participation in STEM

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Union

United Council of Academic @ NJIT (UCAN GSRE)

Range

Post Docs

Compensation

$63,480.00

Flsa

Exempt

Time Type

Full time

Pay Rate

Salary

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