Postdoctoral Fellow (PREP0004156)

Johns Hopkins University; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioelectronic Sensing to join the Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division at NIST. The role focuses on developing chip-scale assays for biomarker measurements using CMOS biosensor technology.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Engineering or related fields and has experience in nanofabrication and electrochemical measurements. A competitive salary based on experience will be offered.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Experience in nanofabrication techniques and processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and assembly of DNA nanostructures.
• Develop techniques and validation methods for DNA attachment.
• Setup instrumentation for CMOS bioelectronic measurements.

Skills

Expertise with electrochemical or electrical measurements

Data analysis using MATLAB, Mathematica, Python

Strong oral and written communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

CMOS biosensor technology

Nanofabrication techniques

Job description

Postdoctoral Researcher – Bioelectronic Sensing (PREP)

The Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks a postdoctoral researcher to develop chip‑scale assays for accurate and sensitive biomarker measurements using CMOS biosensor technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and assembly of DNA nanostructures.
• Develop techniques and validation methods to verify attachment of DNA nanostructures to semiconductor substrates.
• Setup and develop instrumentation to support CMOS bioelectronic measurements.
• Characterize biotic‑abiotic interfaces and surface chemistry.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Expertise with electrochemical or electrical measurements (e.g., EIS, cyclic voltammetry, capacitance) of DNA nanostructures or DNA on CMOS detectors.
• Experience in nanofabrication techniques and processes.
• Proficiency in data analysis using MATLAB, Mathematica, Python, or similar software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizens preferred.

Salary

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.