Postdoctoral Fellow - Tissue Morpho and Mechanics

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 63,480 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for the Tissue Morpho and Mechanics Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University. The role focuses on tissue morphogenesis and developmental mechanobiology, requiring a PhD in mechanical engineering or related field. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in advanced microscopy, and possibly mechanobiology. The position offers a dynamic research environment with opportunities for collaboration and mentoring junior lab members.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and creative scientist required.
• Experience with stem cell-derived systems like organoids is desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills essential for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in lab discussions and collaborate across disciplines.
• Mentor junior lab members.
• Communicate research findings effectively.

Skills

Advanced microscopy and live-cell imaging

Mammalian cell culture

Microfabrication techniques

Knowledge of mechanobiology

Strong communication skills

Education

PhD in mechanical engineering, bioengineering, developmental biology or related field

Job description

Job Description

Johns Hopkins, founded in 1876, is America's first research university and home to nine world‑class academic divisions working together as one university.

Salary: $63,480 – $100,000 per year

Johns Hopkins University – Whiting School of Engineering – Department of Mechanical Engineering

Description

The Tissue Morpho and Mechanics Laboratory, led by Dr. Shinuo Weng at Johns Hopkins University, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in our research program focused on tissue morphogenesis and developmental mechanobiology.

Our lab studies how physical and mechanical cues regulate tissue formation, organization, and remodeling during development. We integrate in vivo embryonic models, stem cell–derived systems, quantitative microscopy, and computational modeling. Ongoing projects include gastrulation, neurulation, and cardiac tissue development, while postdoctoral fellows are strongly encouraged to pursue new research directions that broadly align with morphogenesis.

We are particularly interested in, but not limited to, research directions involving:

• Tissue morphogenesis in embryonic and developmental contexts.
• Stem cell–derived and organoid models that recapitulate developmental programs.

Qualifications

We seek a highly motivated and creative scientist with a PhD in mechanical engineering, bioengineering, developmental biology, or a related field. Desired experience includes one or more of the following:

• Advanced microscopy and live‑cell or live‑embryo imaging.
• Mammalian cell culture and/or stem cell–derived systems (e.g., organoids).
• Microfabrication or microfluidic approaches are preferred.
• Prior experience in mechanobiology is preferred.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The fellow is expected to actively participate in lab discussions, collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior lab members, and communicate research findings clearly in both written and oral formats.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter describing research interests and career goals.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three references.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to discuss 2–3 potential research directions they would be excited to pursue in the lab.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance, and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved.