Postdoc: Biomaterials, Bone Regeneration & Drug Delivery

Forsyth; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth Institute in Somerville, MA, is seeking a Research Fellow or Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a multidisciplinary team focused on advanced biomaterials, tissue engineering, targeted drug delivery and standardized product testing. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in bone mechanics, nanoparticle synthesis, 3D printing, and evaluation methods for dental products.

The role aims to develop innovative biomaterial solutions and nanoparticulate delivery systems to promote

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of broad experience in bone mechanobiology, nanoparticulate drug delivery, and standard protocol development.
• Hands-on experience in tissue engineering, bone mechanical testing, and animal handling.
• Expertise in nanoparticle design and synthesis for drug delivery systems.
• Proficiency in histology, microCT, and operating mechanical testing equipment.
• Familiarity with 3D printing and CAD/CAM software.
• Interest in clinical dental applications and developing evaluation methods for dental products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; good communication; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team focused on biomaterials, tissue engineering, drug delivery and product testing.
• Develop evaluation methods and test protocols for dental products and materials.
• Contribute to standard protocols for bone mechanobiology and nanoparticulate delivery systems.

Skills

Bone mechanics

Nanoparticle design

Tissue engineering

Histology

MicroCT

Mechanical testing

Animal handling

3D printing

Education

Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM software

3D printing technologies (DLP/SLA)

Histology equipment

Mechanical testing equipment

Nanoparticle synthesis equipment

MicroCT scanner

Job description

Forsyth Institute in Somerville, MA, is seeking a Research Fellow or Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a multidisciplinary team focused on advanced biomaterials, tissue engineering, targeted drug delivery and standardized product testing. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in bone mechanics, nanoparticle synthesis, 3D printing, and evaluation methods for dental products.

The role aims to develop innovative biomaterial solutions and nanoparticulate delivery systems to promote