Postdoctoral Fellow: Biomaterials & Antimicrobial Polymers

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of Georgia is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in Athens with a PhD in biomaterials or related fields. The role spans polymer chemistry, controlled release, 3D printing, and biomaterials testing, contributing to interdisciplinary projects in a fast-paced lab.

The initial one-year appointment is full-time, with renewal contingent on performance and funding. Strong communication and collaboration are essential for success in this translational research setting.

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, materials chemistry, polymer biomaterials, or closely related fields.
• Self-motivated, independent, creative, detail oriented, and goal-oriented in research.
• Passion for translational research and confidence in learning new techniques.
• A good team player who performs well in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and an outstanding publication record.

Aufgaben

• Fabricate and optimize hemocompatible and antimicrobial biomaterials (40% of time)
• In vitro characterization of biomaterials and polymers (30% of time)
• Proposal writing and data reports (20% of time)
• Mentoring and supervising graduate students (10% of time)

Kenntnisse

Biomaterials

Polymer chemistry

In vitro/in vivo testing

Scientific communication

Polymer biomaterials

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in biomaterials or closely related field

Tools

3D printing

Biomaterials characterization

Jobbeschreibung

The University of Georgia is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in Athens with a PhD in biomaterials or related fields. The role spans polymer chemistry, controlled release, 3D printing, and biomaterials testing, contributing to interdisciplinary projects in a fast-paced lab.

The initial one-year appointment is full-time, with renewal contingent on performance and funding. Strong communication and collaboration are essential for success in this translational research setting.