Highlights:
1. This position is available for one year starting November/December 2009 and can be renewed for subsequent years based on research progress and the availability of funds.
2. The Cellular Engineering and Nano-Therapeutics Laboratory at the University of Michigan, Department of Biomedical Engineering, is seeking an outstanding polymer/materials chemist to be part of a multi-disciplinary team focusing on the development of new polymer therapeutics.
3. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in polymer/materials chemistry with an extensive experience in controlled free radical polymerization techniques (e.g. RAFT, ATRP).
4. We are particularly interested in candidates with significant experience in synthesis of well-defined polymeric micelles, particles, brushes, and cages. Experience in grafting techniques is also desirable. Candidates should have excellent knowledge of modern chromatographic and analytical techniques including NMR, LC/MS, UV, IR, and GPC; solid knowledge of computers and experience with databases; excellent communication skills in English and ability to interact effectively with other postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students in a fast-paced environment; excellent organization and time management skills; initiative; and ability to plan, carry out, and troubleshoot synthetic steps with minimal supervision.
5. Responsibilities: The primary focus of this position is the design, synthesis, and characterization of new, well-defined, polymeric carriers with unique architectures for delivery of therapeutic (e.g. nucleic acids, peptides, and proteins) and imaging agents. The selected candidate is expected to analyze experimental data, identify synthetic, methodological, or technical problems, and adjust experimental protocols to ensure research progress towards the stated milestones; gather, summarize, and report all results on regular bases.
6. She/He will participate in biweekly group meetings, communicate project progress, and interact with collaborators.
7. Contact: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information (mailing address, e-mail, and phone number) of at least three professional references preferably via e-mail to the address below. Reviewing applications will start on October 19, 2009 and continue till the position is filled.
Mohamed E.H. El-Sayed, Ph.D.
University of Michigan
Department of Biomedical Engineerin
1101 Beal Ave
Lurie Biomedical Engineering, Room 2150
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2110
E-mail: melsayed@umich.edu
Phone: (734) 615-9404
Web: www.bme.umich.edu/centlab.php
17. The University of Michigan is a premier research institute. The Department of Biomedical Engineering has one of the leading programs in the country with a stimulating, multidisciplinary, and highly collaborative research environment.
18. The CENT LAB is housed in the newly-constructed Lurie Biomedical Engineering Building with state-of-the-art facilities and brand new research equipments. Web: www.bme.umich.edu/centlab.php
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