Biomedical Engineering Research Scientist

The Chilkoti Laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Research Scientist to join the diagnostics/biointerface science team. Our laboratory integrates techniques from surface chemistry, inkjet printing, 3D printing, nanofabrication, biomedical optics, and molecular biology to create innovative point-of-care diagnostic technologies, particularly for resource-limited settings (see our recent publication: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7737629/). The candidate will focus on developing a point-of-care immunoassay integrated with plasmonic nanostructures for enhanced assay sensitivity.

As a member of this research group, you will be expected to:

• Work as part of a team to develop new and innovative fabrication strategies for the next generation of point-of-care diagnostic technologies.
• Perform complex laboratory experiments, obtain data sets from your research, and present the experimental results concisely to the team.
• Write manuscripts for publication in academic journals, grant applications, and patents.

•   Experience in wet lab techniques and handling biological samples.
• Hands-on experience designing and optimizing diagnostic assays.
• Knowledge of plasmonic effects and their application in enhancing signal detection.
• Experience with nanoparticle characterization methods (e.g., UV-Vis, SEM, AFM, etc.) is a plus.
• A history of high-level academic writing in the form of drafting and publication of manuscript and drafting and submission of grant applications.

Interested applicants should submit a CV that also includes at least 2 references with contact information.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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Expected Start Date: October 2024