Researcher in Chemical Engineering

Job #: 078500
Location: Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $62,838 – $70,725
Employment Type: Full-time
Rank: Postdoctoral Researcher
FLSA Status: Exempt
Campus: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
Date Posted: September 17, 2025

Position Overview

The Laboratory for Multiscale Biosystem Engineering, led by Dr. Yi Zheng in the Department of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering and the Bioinspired Institute at Syracuse University, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research on human stem cell-derived organoids/embryoids.

Dr. Zheng’s research has been featured in Nature, Nature Materials, Cell Stem Cell, Science Advances, Nature Communications, and Nature Protocols. His work has been recognized internationally and highlighted in outlets such as Nature, NPR, MIT Technology Review, BBC News, and Chemical & Engineering News.

The successful candidate will work with human pluripotent stem cells and apply cutting-edge engineering approaches, including microfluidics/Lab-on-a-Chip, biomaterials, and 3D printing, to generate 3D organoids and embryoids with high precision and reproducibility. These models will be used to explore fundamental mechanisms of human development and morphogenesis, as well as the effects of environmental factors and lifestyle choices on these processes.

The initial appointment is for one year, with the potential for renewal based on performance and available funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in engineering, science, or a related field.

• Experience in any of the following areas is highly desirable: biological cell culture, microfabrication, bioinformatics, and tissue engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments with stem cells and microdevices, including 3D culture, genetic manipulation, and phenotypic characterization.

• Perform live-imaging, immunocytochemistry, and scRNA-seq experiments, and conduct related transcriptomic data analysis.

• Analyze, organize, and interpret experimental data; prepare manuscripts for publication.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior students and lab members.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary offers will be based on education, experience, relevant skills, and academic discipline within the department or college.

Syracuse University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following materials via the Syracuse University Jobs Portal:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Cover Letter

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

About Syracuse University

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About Syracuse, NY

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