Where is the Research Asst Professor role at University of New Mexico based?

This role is based in Albuquerque, NM.

What techniques or methods are required for this Research Asst Professor role?

cell culture, biomechanical characterization, functional assessment.

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Research Asst Professor

University of New Mexico · Albuquerque, NMtoday

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Lead cardiac tissue fabrication using biomaterials, hydrogels, and hiPSC-derived cardiomyocytes in a university lab.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Integrates biomaterials, stem cell biology, and biomechanics for next-gen cardiac models.

Might not be for you. Academic research role, likely grant-funded with publication pressure.

Mostly at the benchTechnical leadSmall team PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge Publishes regularlyWorks with universitiesRoom for your own research

Adjacent materials roleintegrates biomaterials engineering, hiPSC-derived cardiomyocyte culture, tissue fabrication, hydrogel and biomaterial preparation

Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: PhD
Industry: Biotechnology
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

hydrogels12 roles biomaterials31 roles

Techniques

cell culture6 rolesbiomechanical characterizationfunctional assessment

Benefits

tuition remissiondependent education programs

Role details

Posting Number

req37353

Employment Type

Faculty

Faculty Type

Research

Hiring Department

Chemical and Biological Engineering (326A)

Academic Location

School of Engineering

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

This position will be working in Dr. Darryl Dickerson's lab with a research focuses on the development and characterization of next-generation engineered human cardiac microtissues for applications in disease modeling, mechanobiology, and therapeutic screening. The project integrates biomaterials engineering, human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived cardiomyocyte culture, advanced tissue fabrication, biomechanical characterization, and functional assessment to develop physiologically relevant in vitro cardiac models. Additional efforts include optimization of biomaterial scaffolds, tissue maturation strategies, and quantitative analysis of cardiac tissue function.

The candidate will support my research group by leading experimental efforts related to hiPSC-derived cardiac tissue fabrication, cell culture and differentiation, hydrogel and biomaterial preparation, tissue characterization, and functional analysis. The candidate will also assist with experimental design, protocol development, data analysis, mentoring junior researchers, and dissemination of research findings through publications and conference presentations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications must be consistent with Higher Learning Commission standards and compliant with the faculty hiring guidelines.

PhD in Chemical, Biological, or related Engineering degree

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a laboratory environment
Experience working in a University setting
Experience leading a team of students, graduate and undergraduate
A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding ofthe rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and the success of the university'smission to serve local and global communities.

Application Instructions

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Please complete the online application in UNM Jobs and attach a current CV or resume and your official transcripts

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration

For best consideration, please apply by . This position will remain open until filled.

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