Postdoctoral Fellow - Tissue Morpho and Mechanics Faculty

Job Overview

The Tissue Morpho and Mechanics Laboratory, led by Dr. Shinuo Weng at Johns Hopkins University, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to our research program focused on tissue morphogenesis and developmental mechanobiology.

Our lab studies how physical and mechanical cues regulate tissue formation, organization, and remodeling during development. We integrate in vivo embryonic models, stem cell-derived systems, quantitative microscopy, and computational modeling in our studies. Ongoing projects include gastrulation, neurulation, and cardiac tissue development, while postdoctoral fellows are strongly encouraged to pursue new research directions that broadly align with morphogenesis.

• Tissue morphogenesis in embryonic and developmental contexts.

• Stem cell-derived and organoid models that recapitulate developmental programs.

We seek a highly motivated and creative scientist with a PhD in mechanical engineering, bioengineering, developmental biology, or a related field. Desired experience includes one or more of the following:

• Advanced microscopy and live-cell or live-embryo imaging.

• Mammalian cell culture and/or stem cell-derived systems (e.g., organoids).

• Microfabrication or microfluidic approaches are preferred.

• Prior experience in mechanobiology is preferred.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The fellow is expected to actively participate in lab discussions, collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior lab members, and communicate research findings clearly in both written and oral formats.

Salary: $63,480-$100,000 per year

Salary Range

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

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Job Type: Full Time