Postdoctoral Researcher in Biomedical Engineering – NEOLIVER Project | Postdoktorand*in (m/w/d/x) in der Biomedizinischen Technik – NEOLIVER-Projekt
DWI Leibniz-Institut für Interaktive Materialien e.V.
Job Summary
This postdoctoral position within the European Horizon 2024 NEOLIVER project focuses on developing automated bioprinted liver constructs for transplantation. The successful candidate will primarily work on microfluidics and bioprinting, utilizing CFD/FEM simulation software like Ansys CFX, Fluent, or COMSOL to design and optimize microfluidic chips for generating microgels and capsule microgels. Key responsibilities include planning and executing simulations and experiments, fabricating and testing microfluidic chips, and developing scalable, automated chip designs under GMP-compliant conditions. The role also involves actively contributing to the research group, mentoring PhD students, and presenting findings at international conferences and in high-impact journals. This is an attractive opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in biomedical engineering or related fields, offering a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and international research environment.
Required Skills
Education
Doctorate (PhD) in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Simulation Sciences, or a related field
Experience
- Professional experience in microfluidics and fluid behavior in confined environments
- Professional experience with simulation software such as Ansys CFX, Fluent, or COMSOL
- Desirable: Experience with hydrogels and microgels
- Advantageous: Experience with encapsulation technologies
- Advantageous: Experience with cell culture, spheroids, and sterile work
- Advantageous: Experience in mechanical characterization of materials
Languages
Additional
- Not specified
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