Postdoctoral Fellow in Organ Engineering with the Lewis Lab

Harvard University; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 67,600 - 91,826; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Organ Engineering to join the Lewis Lab within the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate in a related field and expertise in stem cell biology, organoid differentiation, bioprinting, or tissue engineering. Responsibilities include developing vascularized cerebral, cardiac, and renal organoids. The position offers a salary range of $67,600 – $91,826 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a relevant field by the time the appointment begins.
• Experience in two or more specified areas is preferable.
• Strong track record of prior research accomplishments.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team of researchers supported by NIH, DoD, and Wellcome Leap.
• Develop vascularized organoids for cerebral, cardiac, and renal applications.
• Fabricate functional organ-specific tissues at scale.

Skills

Stem cell biology

Organoid differentiation

Bioprinting

Tissue engineering

Education

Doctorate degree in Materials Science, Bioengineering, or Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow in Organ Engineering with the Lewis Lab

Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Organ Engineering with the Lewis Lab

School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Position Description The Lewis Lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow with expertise in one or more of the following areas: stem cell biology, organoid differentiation, bioprinting, or tissue engineering. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers supported under three new awards from NIH, DoD, and Wellcome Leap. The goals of these projects are to develop vascularized cerebral, cardiac, and renal organoids and to use the building blocks to fabricate functional organ‑specific tissues at scale.

Basic Qualifications Candidates must have a Doctorate degree in Materials Science, Bioengineering, or Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, by the time the appointment begins.

Additional Qualifications Priority will be given to candidates with experience in two or more of these areas: stem cell biology, organoid differentiation, bioprinting, and tissue engineering. Successful candidates are also expected to have a strong track record of prior research accomplishments, as demonstrated by high‑impact papers and/or patents.

Special Instructions Interested applicants should submit their application materials, including a CV, cover letter, research statement, 2-3 relevant publications, and names and email addresses of 3 references. SEAS is dedicated to building a diverse and welcoming community and we strongly encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups.

Contact Information Jared Fujii Contact Email [e-mail]

Salary Range $67,600 – $91,826 Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.

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