Postdoctoral Research Associate - Y. Liu

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Y. Liu

This position is for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Engineering Chemistry and Materials & Biomed at the University of Georgia. The role involves the design and fabrication of microfluidic platforms, conducting cell migration assays, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts and grant documents. The position is funded for 2 years beyond the official start date and is full-time (40 hours per week).

• Job Code: G/R32868P
• Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Y. Liu
• Employment Type: Employee;
  Full-time, 40 hour/week
• Salary: 55,000.00 – 60,000.00 annually
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  07/01/2026
• Posting Date: 04/23/2026
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

• Design and conduct independent research on microfluidic and 3D printed platforms for cell migration studies. (
  40% of time)
• Develop, optimize, and execute cell-based microfluidic assays, including sample preparation, cell culture, microscopy, and experimental workflow refinement. (
  25% of time)
• Analyze and interpret quantitative data related to cell migration, device performance, and assay outcomes. (
  15% of time)
• Prepare manuscripts, conference materials, and grant-related research documents. (
  10% of time)
• Support laboratory operations and provide mentorship or technical guidance to students and junior researchers. (
  10% of time)

• Education: PhD in Engineering or a related field
• Knowledge: microfluidic device design and operation; 3D printing and prototyping for mammalian cell culture; cell migration assays; fluorescence microscopy and image analysis; biomaterials and surface modification
• Skills: quantitative data analysis; scientific writing and communication; laboratory management and mentorship

• Resume/CV
• Official Transcripts
• List of References with Contact Information

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• Name:
  Dr. Yang Liu
• Email: liuy