Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering

About the Role

The Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering will collaborate with Dr. Richardson and students to develop new computational models integrating molecular reaction networks with AI/ML algorithms. The goal is to predict patient-specific cardiac remodeling and heart disease outcomes across human -omic datasets. The role also involves presenting research findings through journal publications and conference presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational models that integrate molecular reaction networks with AI/ML algorithms
• Predict patient-specific cardiac remodeling and heart disease outcomes
• Present research findings through journal publications and conference presentations
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution, conferred by the start of employment
• Experience in biomedical AI/ML and/or systems biology

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in previous research, supported by scientific publications
• Experience with personalized medicine, clinical datasets, and/or biomarker discovery

Skills

• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary

Additional Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Recruitment Contact: Michael McAllister, Assistant to the Department Head / Operations Manager, mrmcalli@uark.edu

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

Department

Chemical Engineering

Institution

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land-grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2% of universities with the highest level of research activity. It advances the state and builds a better world through education, research, and outreach, fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity, discovery, and innovation.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies, with a focus on the arts and overall quality of life.