Model, design, manufacture, and test organ-on-a-chip and neural probe-based drug delivery platforms
Interface microfluidics with external pumps, electronics components, and others to operate within a cell culture chamber
Collaborate with biologists and others to maintain weeks to months-long cell culture experiments
Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students in the lab
Contribute to graduate and undergraduate projects in neural probe-based drug delivery, microfluidics manufacturing, and point-of-care device development
Write journal articles and conference submissions as needed by the PI
Present research at external conferences. Some travel is required.
Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
Experience with microfluidic device modeling, design, fabrication and testing
strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strong CAD skills in SolidWorks, AutoCAD or related programs
Strong coding and data analysis skills using MATLAB or similar programs
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with organ-on-a-chip and / or organoid platforms