How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation's number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Responsibilities*

- Design and develop protein-based diagnostics within microfluidic systems to detect analytes of interest.
- Utilize quantum dot and bead-based immunoassay techniques for the detection of traumatic brain injury (TBI) biomarkers at the point-of-care.
- Work towards achieving single molecule detection for precision diagnosis and treatment of TBI patients.
- Contribute to the development of selective printing of polymeric materials with different Young's modulus for the construction of various human organs and body parts.
- Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

Required Qualifications*

- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Strong expertise in designing protein-based diagnostics and working with microfluidic systems.
- Experience with quantum dot and bead-based immunoassay techniques.
- Knowledge of biomarker detection and point-of-care testing.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing stereolithography systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.