Path 2: Postdoctoral Associate – Laboratory for Advanced Neuroengineering and Translational Medicine

The Ramadi Lab for Advanced Neuroengineering and Translational Medicine develops innovative approaches for the modulation of neural activity throughout the body. We combine mechanical, electrical, materials, and bio-engineering toolkits towards designing minimally invasive technologies for neuromodulation. Our projects are translational in nature and are focused on addressing a specific need in clinical care. Our goal is to develop novel diagnostics and therapies for neurologic, metabolic, and immune disorders using technologies such as implantable microdevices, nanoparticles, and electroceuticals. The Postdoctoral associate will be design and develop ingestible devices to interact with the gastrointestinal tract. They will have a wide breadth of responsibility including conducting research, managing project logistics, and writing grant proposals and manuscripts. Large degree of autonomy which will grow with seniority. Will be self-motivated and capable of problem-solving readily and independently. Good familiarity with a variety of laboratory equipment and techniques. Responsibilities Design and conduct experiments. Write grant proposals and manuscripts. Manage project logistics. Supervise junior researchers. The candidate will also work on individualized research projects under the supervision of the faculty during the duration of his/her tenure. This position is supervised by Dr. Khalil Ramadi Required Education PhD in Engineering or Science Preferred Work And Related Experience > 1 year postdoctoral working experience in engineering/biomedical disciplines Required Competencies Device design and fabrication Experimental design and execution Data analysis Experimental skills acquired through PhD. Preferred Competencies Mechanical characterization Manufacturing Chemical synthesis Electronics Statement of interest in the position Transcript of degree(s) CV Two letters of recommendation Additional Program Information UAE nationals are encouraged to apply This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html Kawader is a unique, national capacity-building research fellowship program that allows outstanding graduates to gain experience in a cutting-edge academic research environment. This three-year, individually tailored, intensive program has two distinctive paths designed for (Emirati) graduates considering a graduate degree or a career in research. For further information or questions regarding the position/program please contact [redacted email] (due to the high volume of emails received, please allow 5 working days for a response) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability Show more Show less