Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biophysics, Photonics, and Synthetic Biology at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory and the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering

Department

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biophysics, Photonics, and Synthetic Biology at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory and the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Train undergraduate and graduate students in experimental synthetic biology and diagnostic techniques.
• Develop and characterize living materials and active biocolloids.
• Participate in exciting government-funded frontier science and engineering projects.
• Mentor experience through the NHMFL, FAMU, and FSU.
• Initiate new independent research opportunities.
• Work with magnetic tweezers, laser tweezers, acoustic tweezers, and nano fabrication techniques.
• Utilize advanced spectroscopy, image processing, and optical microscopy.
• Bridge interdisciplinary knowledge between engineering and soft matter science.
• Show strong experimental skills and programming experience (e.g., MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW).

Qualifications

• PhD in Biophysics, Photonics, Engineering, or any other relevant discipline.
• Experience with active soft matter, synthetic biology, and/or micro/cell biology.
• A track record of quality publications with excellent writing skills.
• Experience with magnetic tweezers, laser tweezers, and/or acoustic tweezers.
• Advanced knowledge in Nano Fabrication techniques, such as 2 Photon Nanolithography.
• Advanced knowledge in spectroscopy, image processing, and optical microscopy.
• Interdisciplinary knowledge and skills bridging engineering to soft matter science.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation skills.

Helpful

The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) has a dynamic group of faculty members actively involved in research encompassing various areas of biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, and materials science and engineering. Successful candidates will have many opportunities to interact and collaborate with the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, FSU College of Medicine, college of engineering’s new Department of Materials Science and Engineering, FSU Institute of Molecular Biophysics, FSU Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship, FSU Departments of Scientific Computing, and Chemistry and Biochemistry as well as the FAMU Departments of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry and Physics.

Contact Info

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately, with start dates as early as May 2025. The position is for an initial period of one year, with a possible extension to a second and third year. Any questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Jamel Ali: jali@eng.famu.fsu.edu.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume. Applications should consist of a single PDF file with CV, 1-page description of research interests, and 2-3 most relevant papers.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job. Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check. This position is open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.