Job Description

Post Doc - BMC Engineering

A postdoctoral position is available with immediate start in the Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering at Syracuse University. This position offers opportunities to carry out original research in the field of microbial biofilm control. The selected candidate will also have an opportunity to work with clinical collaborators and other team members working on smart biomaterials. The appointment is for 12 months, renewable depending on performance and funding availability.

Research in the Ren Lab focuses on microbial biofilm control by engineering smart materials and developing new biofilm control strategies/agents. For more information about the lab, please visit: https://renlab.syr.edu/. Candidates with backgrounds in biofilm research and animal studies are preferred, but candidates with different backgrounds related to microbial research including microbiology, immunology, materials, and engineering are encouraged to apply. Good written and oral communication skills are essential.

Supervisor:
Dacheng Ren, Stevenson Endowed Professor, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae (including names of three references), cover letter, and copies of up to three publications.

Link for application: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/87498

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