Magnetic Nanoparticle Research Associate

4 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time
Job Summary:
Cryopreservation and rewarming of organs for clinical transplant require the development of advanced technologies. As a Postdoctoral Associate in the Bioheat and Mass Transfer Laboratory, you will lead the research and development of magnetic nanoparticles for this critical application. Your expertise in nanoparticle synthesis, characterization, and stability will drive innovation and collaboration within the University of Minnesota and beyond.

About the Position:
This position is part of the NSF Engineering Research Center for Advanced Technologies for the Preservation of Biological Systems (ATP-Bio). You will work closely with Professors John Bischof and Erik Finger to develop high-heating and biocompatible magnetic nanoparticles that can remain colloidally stable in cryopreservation solutions. Your responsibilities will include designing and executing experimental plans, leading grant proposals, authoring publications, and generating patentable technologies.

Responsibilities:
- Develop next-generation magnetic nanoparticle formulations for improved stability and heating
- Investigate colloidal stability and interactions between cryoprotective agent solutions and iron oxide nanoparticle suspensions
- Collaborate on ex vivo and in vivo studies focused on nanoparticle-based tissue and organ cryopreservation
- Characterize physical properties of cryoprotective agents, such as thermodynamic properties and viscosity
- Provide direction to technicians and students in experimental plan execution

Qualifications:
- PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
- Experience working in a wet-chemistry lab
- Established record of quality first-author publications
- Willingness to work with biological systems, including cells and explanted tissues and organs

Benefits:
Competitive salary ($56,484 - $67,108) and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and pharmacy plans, flexible spending accounts, university HSA contributions, disability and life insurance, employee wellbeing program, and financial counseling services.

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