Terasaki Fellow

• Department:
  Biomedical Sciences & Bioengineering
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• FLSA Classification:
  Exempt
• Position Level: Early-Career Faculty
• Annual Base Salary: $81,500-$93,200
• Recruitment:
  Open to Internal and External Candidates

The Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI) is an interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to advancing scientific discovery, developing innovative biomedical technologies, and translating research into solutions that improve human health.

Our research environment brings together scientists, engineers, and biomedical researchers from diverse disciplines to address complex challenges in medicine and healthcare.

At TIBI, we foster scientific creativity, collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We are committed to supporting emerging scientific leaders and creating opportunities for impactful research that advances biomedical science.

TIBI invites applications for the position of Terasaki Fellow, an early-career faculty appointment designed for highly motivated researchers who demonstrate scientific excellence, innovative thinking, and the potential to develop into independent scientific leaders.

TIBI welcomes applicants from a broad range of disciplines, including bioengineering, biomedical sciences, chemistry, materials science, medicine, and related scientific and engineering fields. TIBI fosters an interdisciplinary environment with translational projects aimed at improving healthcare.

Terasaki Fellows contribute to TIBI's scientific mission by developing and conducting original research, participating in interdisciplinary collaborations, contributing to externally funded research programs, publishing scientific findings, and pursuing opportunities for research funding.

The position offers opportunities to develop scientific independence, expand research leadership capabilities, mentor emerging researchers, and contribute to TIBI's growing portfolio of innovative biomedical research.

Qualified current TIBI employees are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Develop and conduct original, independent, and collaborative research aligned with TIBI's scientific mission.
• Lead or contribute to interdisciplinary research projects and programs.
• Develop innovative scientific approaches and technologies with potential biomedical or translational applications.
• Identify opportunities to advance existing research initiatives and establish new areas of scientific investigation.
• Maintain high standards of scientific rigor, research integrity, accurate documentation, and applicable laboratory safety practices.

• Identify external funding opportunities aligned with scientific interests and institutional research priorities.
• Develop and contribute to competitive research proposals, grant applications, and sponsored research initiatives.
• Pursue opportunities to serve as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on funded research projects, subject to sponsor eligibility requirements and institutional approval.
• Work with faculty and research administration to prepare grant proposals, coordinate research plans, and develop funding strategies.
• Support the timely completion of research milestones and required project deliverables in accordance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies.
• Contribute to the development and sustainability of TIBI's externally funded research portfolio.

• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Present research findings at scientific conferences, seminars, and professional meetings.
• Contribute to scientific reports, presentations, and collaborative publications.

• Demonstrate continued scientific growth, initiative, and professional accountability.
• Provide scientific guidance and mentorship to research associates, students, interns, and junior researchers, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with faculty, research staff, and interdisciplinary teams to advance shared research objectives.
• Support effective planning, coordination, and use of research resources.
• Participate in research discussions, problem-solving, and scientific planning activities.
• Foster a professional and inclusive research environment that values collaboration, integrity, respect, and scientific excellence.