Research Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California seeks research faculty for the Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering. Candidates will lead multidisciplinary teams and drive innovative research in Ultrasound and bioengineering.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering with at least four years of postdoctoral experience. The core salary range is between $85,000 and $120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of postdoctoral research experience.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct innovative, independent research.
• Experience contributing to collaborative projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams of graduate students.
• Participate in grant proposal development.
• Conduct independent research in specified areas.

Skills

Research leadership

Technical and analytical skills in Biomedical Engineering

Experience in grant proposals

Ultrasound imaging expertise

Cellular and molecular bioengineering expertise

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Position Summary

The USC Viterbi School of Engineering at the University of Southern California seeks outstanding research faculty candidates for full-time, non‑tenure track, benefits‑eligible research positions in the Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering.

All candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to research. Research faculty are not eligible for tenure and have no obligation to teach in the Department. Appointments may be considered for up to three years, subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

Responsibilities

Applicants should demonstrate the ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams of graduate students, and a proven track record in grant proposal development and participation as Key or Senior Personnel on funded projects.

Qualifications

We are seeking highly qualified and motivated researchers with a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline and a minimum of four years of postdoctoral research experience. The successful candidate will possess strong technical and analytical skills in either of the following areas:

• Ultrasound and cellular and molecular bioengineering, with demonstrated ability to conduct innovative, independent research and contribute to collaborative projects. Areas of expertise should include sonogenetics, cellular and molecular engineering, genetically encoded reporter development, mechanobiology of cells within their microenvironment, and immunoengineering.
• Ultrasound imaging and devices, with demonstrated ability to conduct innovative, independent research and contribute to collaborative projects. Areas of expertise should include contrast‑free super‑resolution microvessel imaging algorithm, ultrafast ultrasound imaging system design, and hardware acceleration for real‑time ultrafast ultrasound processing.

Application Requirements

Applications must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a concise statement of current and future research directions and funding, and names of at least three professional references. We would like to fill the position during the Summer of 2026 with a start date of July 1, 2026 or during the Spring of 2027 with a start date of January 1, 2027. Applications submitted after May 8th, 2026, may not be considered. Early application is highly encouraged.

Salary and Benefits

The core salary range for the positions is $85,000 - $120,000 per year. These are 12‑month full‑time positions. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope of responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.