Research Fellow

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Job Summary

Postdoctoral Position in Microendoscopy and In Vivo Imaging Brigham and Womens Hospital / Harvard Medical School

The Laboratory for Bio-Microdevices (LBMD) at Brigham and Womens Hospital (BWH) and Harvard Medical School is seeking an exceptional Postdoctoral Fellow to develop and apply next-generation microendoscopy technologies for microscopy-guided interventions and in vivo anti-cancer drug screening. This position builds on two breakthrough platforms developed in our lab : the first bendable graded-index (bGRIN) lens and the implantable microdevice (IMD) for localized drug testing in living tissues. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to tackle impactful unmet biomedical challenges within a highly interdisciplinary team of engineers biologists and clinicians at a world-class medical research institution.

Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead in vivo histopathological imaging of live tumors in animal models
• Develop and execute protocols for in-situ immune response testing in tumors
• Collaborate closely with clinicians to advance interventional IMD technology
• Work with pathologists on tissue correlation and image analysis
• Contribute to the ongoing development of bGRIN lens microendoscopy
• Prepare scientific manuscripts project reports and patent applications
• Present results within the group at conferences and in review meetings
• Provide mentorship and training to research assistants and technicians

REQUIREMENTS :

The LBMD at BWH provides a vibrant research environment within the Harvard Medical School community. We maintain close collaborations with groups at MIT Massachusetts General Hospital and other institutions near the Boston area and across the country. This position offers outstanding opportunities for scientific growth academic networking and career advancement. More information about the LBMD can be found at :

Interested candidates should submit : 1) a detailed CV; 2) a brief research statement (1-2 pages) and 3) contact information for three references.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

221 Longwood Avenue

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Key Skills

Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills,Flow Cytometry,Microscopy

Employment Type : Grant

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1