Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering

Cardinal Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pittsburgh. This role involves working on innovative cell-based medical devices, supporting experiments, and collaborating with diverse teams. Candidates should possess a PhD in a related engineering field, with hands-on research expertise.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings program

Tuition benefits

Ample paid time off and holidays

Life and accidental death insurance

Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass

Access to Family Concierge Team for childcare needs

Fitness center access

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with in vitro and vivo biological experiments.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction of the new 3D-ICE system.
• Conduct related experiments and support project milestones.
• Collaborate with other research groups for larger animal studies.

Skills

Hands-on research experience

Adaptability

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn't imagine the future, we invent it. If you're passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!

Innovation. Interdisciplinary collaboration. Complex problem solving. In Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, faculty members, researchers, and students are revolutionizing focus areas in advanced manufacturing, bioengineering, computational engineering, energy and the environment, product design, and robotics. In addition, they are using their expertise in interdisciplinary research centers across the university.

Carnegie Mellon University's department of Mechanical Engineering is searching for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. In this role, you contribute to the department by working on implantable cell-based medical devices, along with a system assembly to create fully functional devices and hormone calibration studies in vitro and in vivo.

Core Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting the construction of the new 3D-ICE system
• Responsible for supporting the fabrication of the cell niche
• Responsible for conducting and supporting related experiments
• Responsible for working with other postdocs and technical personnel to satisfy project milestones and goals
• Responsible for system assembly to create fully functional devices and hormone calibration studies in vitro and in vivo
• Responsible for building collaborations with other research groups within the project to collect responses from larger animal studies
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a related engineering field
• 1-3 years of experience
• Hands-on research experience with in vitro and vivo biological experiments required
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page .

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Pre/Post-Doctoral Associates & Fellows

Position Type

Postdoctoral Associate / Fellow (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information:

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