Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering (multiple positions)
University of Massachusetts Lowell

Job no: 524622
Position type: Staff Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Chemical Engineering
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and grant
Applications Open: Aug 20 2024
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

Engineering Biology:

The successful applicants will work on one or two projects investigating the 1) digital integration of freeze-drying (lyophilization) of biologics and mRNA, 2) digital twin modeling system development of biologics, 3) synthetic biology project of biologics, Cell&Gene therapy biomanufacturing, and 4) mRNA continuous production process. The position will be core staff of a federally funded projects with a few industry collaborators. The initial appointment will be for ONE year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity and performance and the availability of funding.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education:

• PhD in Chemical, Biochemical, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or related discipline

Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have a background in mammalian cell culture, cell & gene therapy, mRNA therapeutics, synthetic biology, metabolic modeling, analytical technologies, and data sciences (AI/ML, kinetic modeling).
  • At least 2 years of work experiences in these areas are required
• The candidate should also be comfortable working in a team of both academic and industry scientists
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential qualifications

Additional Considerations:

* Prior grant writing experience desirable
* Experience in development of CHO cell, Cell & Gene based biotherapeutics, bioinformatics, Transcriptomics, Multivariate Statistics, flowsheet modeling, HPLC, mass-spec, modeling tools

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for ONE year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity and performance and the availability of funding.

Please include a resume, cover letter and research statement with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

Posting updated 8/26/2024

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