25 scientist jobs found

JOB TITLE Research Scientist LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a Research Scientist position in the area of low-carbon cement concrete materials, durability, and infrastructure applications. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: The research scientist will work on a MassDOT-funded research project focused on evaluating emerging binders, alternative supplementary cementitious materials, and advanced chemical admixtures for use in durable, low-carbon concrete for highway infrastructure. The project will investigate materials such as limestone calcined clay cement / Type IC cement, low-heat performance cement, alkali-activated cementitious materials, natural volcanic ash, colloidal silica...

Research Scientist Assistant I, The Center for Archaeological Research (CAR) Location: San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 15293 Full/Part Time: Part Time Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn...

Postdoctoral Scientist Mitochondrial Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Mar 13, 2026 Deadline: Postdoctoral Scientist - Mitochondrial Biology About the Lab: The Bomba-Warczak Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania is recruiting creative, collaborative, and highly independent Postdoctoral Scientists to lead new research projects in mitochondrial biology. Our lab investigates how mitochondria are maintained and renewed in long-lived mammalian cells, with a particular interest in how organelle function is sustained over extended timescales in complex tissues. We integrate mouse models, quantitative biochemistry, stable-isotope tracing, and mass-spectrometry-based omics to understand the molecular mechanisms that govern mitochondrial maintenance, bioenergetics, and cellular resilience. Learn more about the lab at bombawarczaklab.com Projects will be tailored to the interests of the successful candidate within...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date May 16, 2025 Description The Center for Translational Medical Devices (CENTMED) at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Research Scientist to contribute to the Surface Chemistry of Implants and Fabrication of Polymer Medical Devices. The successful applicant will collaborate with faculty and researchers at CENTMED to enhance the surface chemistry of implant materials, improving biocompatibility and osteointegration. This will involve surface modification of implants through methods such as plasma treatment, silanization, and the application of specialty coatings to impart corrosion resistance. Additionally, the candidate will develop polymeric lubricious coatings for catheters to minimize injury to blood vessels during the trans-catheterization process. They will characterize the surface...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Open Date Jun 26, 2025 Description NYUAD Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a research scientist to work on the development of membrane desalination to treat water from the Arabian Gulf feed sources and on the design and scale-up of low energy membranes for water purification, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functional membrane materials, including nanostructured polymer membranes tailored to microfiltration, ultrafiltration, membrane distillation, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis. The candidate will employ advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, TEM, DSC, TGA, BET,...

Postdoctoral Researchers - bench and dry lab scientists in the field of lipoprotein metabolism and the role of lipids in cardiometabolic traits and diseases (including atherosclerosis and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease or MASLD) Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Apr 17, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Daniel J. Rader MD Hiring Department: Medicine - Division of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics Funding Sources: NIH and AHA grants Number of Positions: 2 U.S. citizens and foreign nationals may apply. Applications are invited for postdoctoral positions in the laboratory of Dr. Daniel J. Rader , Departments of Medicine and Genetics at the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) of the University of Pennsylvania. The Rader lab is a multidisciplinary research environment focused on leveraging human gene discovery to elucidate the biology and molecular physiology of genes and pathways that...

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...

Postdoctoral Fellow - Diabetes, Inflammation, Hard and Soft Tissue Healing Location: University of Pennsylvania - School of Dental Medicine Open Date: Feb 24, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor : Dana Graves, DDS DMSc Department: Periodontics Funding Source: Grant Funded Number of Positions: 1 Open to applications from U.S. Citizens and foreign nationals We are seeking an energetic Postdoctoral Fellow to join a fast-paced, highly collaborative laboratory investigating how diabetes reshapes immune regulation, cellular signaling, and hard and soft tissue healing. This role is designed for a hands-on, intellectually curious scientist who wants to take ownership of impactful projects while accelerating career growth through publication-driven science, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. You will work closely with faculty and trainees in a supportive, high-productivity environment with clear opportunities to build a strong track record in manuscripts,...

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...

Postdoc fellows in cancer immunology and cardiovascular biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: May 06, 2026 Deadline: The Fan Laboratory in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania''s Perelman School of Medicine is recruiting creative, collaborative, and highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientists to lead research projects in cancer immunology and cardiovascular biology. Our lab investigates how the tissue microenvironment regulates cancer immunity and heart repair. We are particularly interested in: The molecular mechanisms underlying vascular control of immune cell function in cancer and ischemic heart disease; Targeting myeloid cells to overcome cancer-associated immunosuppression; The biology and therapeutic targeting of γδT cell and NKT cell exhaustion in cancer; Advanced radiation strategies, including FLASH and SFRT, to modulate tissue immunity in tumors and...

Postdoctoral Fellow - Reproductive Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Mar 13, 2026 Deadline: Postdoctoral Fellow - Reproductive Biology About the Lab The Bomba-Warczak Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania is recruiting creative, collaborative, and highly independent Postdoctoral Scientists to lead new research projects in reproductive biology. Our lab studies how the ovarian microenvironment supports oocyte development and reproductive function across the lifespan. We are particularly interested in understanding how cellular interactions within the ovarian follicle shape oocyte health, tissue physiology, and reproductive aging. Our research integrates mouse models, quantitative cell and tissue biology, imaging approaches, stable-isotope tracing, and mass-spectrometry-based omics to uncover molecular pathways that regulate reproductive biology and cellular communication in complex tissues. Learn more about...

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Immunology Center of GA Job ID: 296999 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...

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Immunology Center of GA Job ID: 295734 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...

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Physiology Job ID: 295028 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...

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Immunology Center of GA Job ID: 293450 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...