Post Doctoral Fellow

About the role

The Biomedical Engineering Department at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to support innovative, interdisciplinary research in ocular drug delivery and retinal imaging. The Postdoctoral Researcher will also play an active role in initiating new projects and disseminating research findings through national conferences and peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize topical and/or SCS delivery systems
• Develop appropriate techniques to investigate the bioavailability and stability of released drugs
• Investigate biocompatibility in an animal model
• Develop/collection of ROP retinal images
• Initiate and coordinate new projects
• Collaborate on ongoing projects
• Prepare documents for the dissemination of research findings at national meetings and/or publications in research journals

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field. Experience in ocular drug delivery, retinal imaging, and materials science is preferred. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and a passion for advancing knowledge in ocular drug delivery and retinal imaging. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required.

Skills

Proficiency in laboratory techniques, programming, and data analysis is necessary. The ability to work independently and collaboratively is crucial.

Benefits

The Biomedical Engineering Department offers a supportive and collaborative research environment. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

The semi-monthly base range for this position is $60,000- $62,000. This range represents the University's good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations.

Schedule

The Postdoctoral Fellow will work full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.