Postdoctoral Scholar – Heart Device Research (On-Campus)

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar in Hershey, PA, to join a leading team in developing next-generation mechanical circulatory support devices. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering and have experience with rotary blood pump development.

This role involves designing pump components, conducting advanced simulations, and collaborating on in vivo studies. Strong technical skills in CAD and CFD software are essential. Candidates should apply with a detailed CV and references.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in rotary blood pump development.
• Recent PhD focusing on mechanical circulatory support systems.
• Strong critical thinking and scientific method training.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize rotary blood pump components.
• Conduct CFD and fluid-structure interaction simulations.
• Plan and execute in vitro experimental testing.
• Support in vivo studies in collaboration with surgical teams.
• Analyze data, prepare manuscripts, and present findings.

Skills

Mechanical circulatory support systems

CFD/FSI modeling

Turbomachinery design

Tribology

Hydrodynamic bearings

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS Fluent

ABAQUS

CFD solvers

Job description

Penn State University is hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar in Hershey, PA, to join a leading team in developing next-generation mechanical circulatory support devices. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering and have experience with rotary blood pump development.

This role involves designing pump components, conducting advanced simulations, and collaborating on in vivo studies. Strong technical skills in CAD and CFD software are essential. Candidates should apply with a detailed CV and references.