Postdoctoral Scholar - Biomedical Engineering

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Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

The Artificial Heart and Cardiovascular Fluid Dynamics Lab at The Pennsylvania State University has a Postdoctoral Scholar position open in the field of cardiovascular mechanics. Candidates who have a strong background in Biochemistry, Mathematics, and/or Mechanics (experimental and computational methods (use of OpenFOAM and/or COMSOL)) are welcome to apply. Experience in blood and animal experimentation is a plus. The individual will be expected to help guide graduate and undergraduate students in their research, participate in the preparation and submission of manuscripts and proposals, present results at scientific conferences, and prepare reports for funded projects.

The position is focused mostly on experimental studies including animal studies. The research activities will include experiments related to stroke, thrombosis, adhesion, and cardiovascular fluid dynamics with some computational modeling. The position requires a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in a scientific discipline by time of appointment.

Interested applicants should apply online with a resume that includes a list of education, publications, work experience, and a list of references. For more information, please contact Dr. Keefe Manning (kbm
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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