16 post doctoral fellow jobs found

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemistry & Biochemistry - NFR - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Adebomi Lab at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow position with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2026. The lab focuses on the design of biomolecules for applications in medicine, including peptide binders, nucleic acid-targeting molecules, de novo enzymes, and therapeutic hormone analogs. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry who is interested in expanding into peptide synthesis and biomolecular design. The successful candidate will work closely with the PI and contribute to shaping the direction of a newly established research program. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Design and execute multistep synthetic routes for peptide-based and related...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Fire Protection Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Applications are being sought for a postdoctoral fellow in the research area of Fire Research with a focus on Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) fires under the leadership of Prof. James L Urban in the department of Fire Protection Engineering and as part of the Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center at WPI (wildfirecenter.com). The position will involve experimental campaigns related to WUI fire exposure, compartment fires, and assisting/contributing to small- and large-scale experiments. The position is for one-year with the possibility of renewal depending on funding. JOB DESCRIPTION Required skills and qualifications: PhD in Mechanical engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or other related STEM field Ideal major background will be in the thermal fluids area...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Integrated Materials and Processes Design (IMPD) group at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in computational materials science with a focus on advanced density functional theory (DFT), machine learning, and multiscale materials modeling for alloys and ceramics. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research involving first-principles calculations mainly using VASP and related computational tools to investigate elevated-temperature phase stability, thermodynamic and mechanical properties, defect chemistry, diffusion behavior, and electrical/functional properties of structural and energy materials. The position also involves the integration of machine learning and AI-assisted approaches into materials...

JOB TITLE Post Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemistry & Biochemistry - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks applicants for a postdoctoral research associate to begin immediately. The research associate is expected to work under Prof. Rong R. Wang's supervision and will focus on developing novel methods and materials for advanced biological and chemical sensors, cell therapeutics and connective tissue regeneration. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Conduct independent and collaborative research and prepare peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports to disseminate research findings. Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external research partners in an interdisciplinary research environment. Provide mentoring and technical guidance to graduate and...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Inna Nechipurenko at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA. Our lab uses C. elegans and mammalian cell culture models to investigate the molecular basis of rare neurodevelopmental disorders and the roles of primary cilia in neuronal development. We are looking for a motivated and creative scientist to lead projects that combine biochemistry, molecular genetics, and cell signaling with a particular emphasis on phosphorylation-dependent regulation of protein function. JOB DESCRIPTION MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: lead a research project, report progress, and define/track project deliverables analyze research data using appropriate statistics and software tools prepare research findings for publication in...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Computer Science - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY One opening is available now for a postdoctoral researcher who will apply machine learning to predict clinical pain related outcomes, participate in an ongoing clinical trial, and assist with app development. The project is sponsored by a National Institutes of Health grant aimed at using machine learning to identify biopsychosocial predictors of the response to a mindfulness intervention for chronic low back pain. The postdoc researcher will be mentored closely while being granted their own freedom of pursuing new research ideas, providing that the progress on the sponsored project is satisfactory. The training of the postdoc will benefit from sophisticated methods development on multidisciplinary research topics, extensive interaction with academic and clinical researchers, and exposure to...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Post-Doctoral Fellow conducts independent and collaborative research in fundamental research in mechanical engineering. The position exists to advance research objectives through computational investigation, data analysis, and dissemination of results. This role contributes to peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, student mentorship, and the overall research mission of the laboratory while supporting the professional development of the postdoctoral scholar. JOB DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct independent and collaborative research and prepare peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports to disseminate research findings. Contribute to the development of research proposals, including literature review,...

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Lung Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Oct 10, 2025 Deadline: Mentor: Michael F. Beers MD Department: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Funding Sources: NIH, Departmnt of Veterans Affairs, and Endowment Open to US Citizens and Forign Nationals The Lung Epithelial Biology Laboratory at the Penn Lung Biology Institute (LBI), under the direction of Dr. Michael Beers, has an exceptional opportunity available for Postdoctoral Fellows to join a collaborative research project directed at unraveling the mysteries of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and other parenchytmal lung diseases. The Beers' Lab has an existing program funded by NIH, the Department of Veterans Affairs, private foundations, and industry to study the molecular mechanisms that regulate tissue injury and repair in focused on discovery, target ID, target validation, and proof or principal studies aimed at uncovering and...

Summary A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is immediately available to investigate the mechanisms of gut nutrient sensing and brain reward systems by intestinal Intrinsic Primary Afferent Neurons (IPANs) and their roles in obesity and diabetes development as part of an R01 funded project in Dr. Sinju Sundaresan’s laboratory at Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL. We are seeking hard-working, highly motivated, detail-oriented candidates with background in neuroscience and experience in rodent survival surgery, stereotaxic surgery, electrophysiology, rodent behavioral evaluation combining opto- or chemo-genetics, fiber-photometry, and head-mount miniature microscopy to join our research team. Experience in multi-omics, bioinformatics, and data analyses using R will be considered as assets. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision within a multidisciplinary, diverse group of scientists. This postdoctoral position...

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biomedical Job ID: 300367 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their...

Postdoctoral Fellow- SPH BDSE Job ID: 292005 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: * About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct...

ATSU - Fellow Postdoctoral Research Description A.T. Still University is seeking an exempt Fellow Postdoctoral Research on the Mesa, Arizona campus. Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for day-to-day coordination of clinical outcomes investigations organized and relevant to post-doctoral training. Identify, develop and implement a research study to advance post-doctoral training and expertise. Monitor recruitment and retention of research subjects. Provide and support research data handling functions such as collection, processing, quality monitoring, and entry. Support ongoing activities of the ATSU SalivaEpi Biobank by performing patient recruitment and enrollment. Activities could extend to recruit participants, obtain participant consent, and perform saliva sample collection, sample storage, and data entry. Schedule research protocol activities. Coordinate start-up activities for clinical research protocols. Ensure that the...

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Pharmacology & Toxicology Job ID: 297206 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: * About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other....

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 02, 2026 Deadline: Project: Transitioning through Uncertainty - Sociopolitical Feedback from Clean Energy Manufacturing Investments University of Pennsylvania , Department of Political Science | Philadelphia, PA Position Overview The Penn Environmental Politics Lab seeks a post-doctoral research fellow to support a two-year research project, beginning in July 2026. This one-year appointment, with possibility for renewal for a second year contingent on performance and availability of funding, is designed for a social scientist who has recently completed (by July 2026) a PhD in political science, economics, public policy, sociology, environmental studies, or a related field. The fellow will be based at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and will work closely with PI Parrish Bergquist. They will have access to Penn's research community including seminars, workshops, and...

Post-Doctoral Research Assistant Amherst Campus Full Time JR6923 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Post-Doctoral Research Assistant (Chemistry) position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.87 - $22.00 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here...

Postdoctoral Researcher in Bio/Statistics and Machine Learning Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Sep 18, 2025 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Qi Long, Ph.D. Department: Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics Funding Sources: Grant Number of Positions : 1 Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful...