Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Essential

Job Duties
- This postdoctoral research position is intended to support a research project investigating the interaction between ultrasound waves and platelet-like microgels designed for wound healing applications. Artificial platelets based on ultra-low cross-linked (ULC) microgels represent a promising therapeutic approach to enhance clot formation and accelerate tissue repair. However, the physical mechanisms governing how ultrasound interacts with these soft microgel structures remain poorly understood.

The purpose of this position is to conduct experimental and quantitative studies of the acoustic response of these microgels under ultrasound exposure. The postdoctoral researcher will design and operate ultrasound experimental setups to characterize how acoustic fields influence the behavior, deformation, aggregation, and functional performance of artificial platelets with different cross-linking densities. Understanding these mechanisms will enable the development of ultrasound-enabled strategies to control or enhance microgel-mediated hemostasis and wound healing.

This position will contribute to advancing knowledge at the intersection of ultrasound physics, biomaterials, and biomedical engineering, with the long-term goal of improving therapeutic approaches for wound healing.

Other Work/Responsibilities

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Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Department Required Skills
- • Ability to analyze experimental data and interpret results within a physical modeling framework.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for preparing scientific publications and presentations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary research team.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- • PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Acoustics, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in ultrasound physics, acoustics, or wave propagation.
• Experience with ultrasound instrumentation, acoustic measurements, or experimental wave physics.
• Experience designing and conducting laboratory experiments involving soft materials, biomaterials, or micro/nanoscale particles

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range - $60,000

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date - 03/31/2026

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