Post-Doctoral Associate - Handa

Post-Doctoral Associate - Handa

Posting Number: G/R23252P

Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Handa

Department: ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

The lab is located in the new UGA Interdisciplinary STEM research building and is funded by competitive grants including several NIH R01s, DoD, and CDC. Our interdisciplinary research focuses on the interface of materials, chemistry, bioengineering, biology, and medicine. Our current research focuses on biomaterials, polymer science, blood-surface interactions, antimicrobial surfaces, anti-fouling surface, and controlled delivery of therapeutic agents (e.g., nitric oxide).

We design novel biomaterials and study their applications in medicine and other relevant fields. Our lab is comprised of an interdisciplinary team including scientists, engineers, and clinicians who aim to study the biocompatibility of medical devices (e.g., insulin delivery systems, catheters, extracorporeal circulation, hemocompatibility, and antimicrobial surfaces). We conduct translational research in an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration, fosters innovative discoveries, and expedites the translation of these findings to clinical technologies to improve quality of life.

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: 40 hours per week.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/01/2024

Posting Date: 02/22/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants: Candidates who have questions about this position can contact the principal investigator, Dr. Hitesh Handa (hhanda).

• Cover Letter that highlights relevant experience
• CV with a complete list of publications
• Statement of Research Interests
• Names and contact information for 3 references

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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• Fabricate and optimize hemocompatible and antimicrobial biomaterials (40%)
• In vitro characterization of biomaterials and polymers (30%)
• Proposal writing and data reports (20%)
• Mentoring and supervising graduate students (10%)

Classification

Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.0

This postdoctoral research position is open for candidates with a Ph.D. in biomaterials or a closely related field, as well as a strong background and experience in the fields of polymer science, biomaterials, 3D printing, controlled release/delivery, microbiology, antimicrobial testing, hemocompatibility, tissue…