Postdoctoral Research Associate - He Li

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G/R32333P

Postdoctoral Research Associate - He Li

ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed

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This is a full‑time, 40‑hour/week position.

This position/appointment has funding available for 1 year beyond the start date, with the possibility of renewal based on job performance, the needs of the project, availability of financial support, and mutual supervisor/employee agreement.

$55,000.00 annually

06/01/2026

03/03/2026

Yes

• A current CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript (or proof of PhD degree)

Athens Area

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• Development of computational models for cell migration and cell stiffness. (60%)
• Testing of developed models and validation. (30%)
• Drafting and preparing papers outlining the research and findings for publication. (10%)

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

Exempt

1.00

Incumbent will focus on the development and implementation of computational models for cell migration and cell stiffness modeling.

• PhD in Engineering or related field
• Experience with particle-based simulation of cell biomechanics

Standard for office/lab environments.