Postdoctoral Fellow — Device engineering / Microphysiological Systems

The Laboratory of Human Biomimetics; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory of Human Biomimetics at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead device engineering efforts for next-generation microphysiological systems and organ-on-chip platforms. The role emphasizes translating concepts into functional devices in collaboration with biologists and engineers at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St.

Petersburg, Florida. We value strong hands-on experience in CAD, rapid prototyping, microfluidic fabrication, and

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, or related field.
• Proven CAD design experience (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD).
• Hands-on 3D printing, resin printing, and/or bioprinting experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with biologists and engineers to translate concepts into functional devices and tissue platforms.
• Design and prototype microphysiological systems and organ-on-chip devices.
• Assist in hardware integration, controller design, and automation efforts.

Skills

CAD design

3D printing

Bioprinting

Microfluidic design

Embedded systems

Hardware integration

Education

PhD in bio/biomedical/mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

AutoCAD

Job description

We're Hiring! Postdoctoral Fellow - Device Engineering & Microphysiological Systems

The Laboratory of Human Biomimetics at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to support several ongoing projects focused on developing next-generation microphysiological systems (MPS), organ-on-chip platforms, and advanced tissue engineering technologies.

We are looking for a creative, hands-on engineer with experience in device design, rapid prototyping, and fabrication.

Desired qualifications:

• PhD in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with CAD design (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD).
• Hands-on experience with 3D printing, resin printing, and/or bioprinting.
• Experience in microfluidic device design, fabrication, and assembly.
• Familiarity with controller design, automation, and hardware integration.
• Experience in electrical engineering, circuit design, PCB development, embedded systems, or programming (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi) is a strong plus.
• Experience with biomaterials, soft lithography, or tissue engineering is advantageous.

The successful candidate will work closely with biologists and engineers to translate innovative concepts into functional devices and integrated human tissue platforms.

Location: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida.