The newly established Nano-Sensing and Innovations Laboratory of Dr. Buddini Karawdeniya (https://go.osu.edu/bkarawdeniyalab), Department of Biomedical Engineering, and Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to perform independent research on solid-state nanopore single molecule sensing, gas sensing, and other related surface modified sensing platforms. The laboratory works on innovative fundamental and translational research on nanotechnology-based chemically enhanced sensing platforms, innovative protocols, and systems for biomedical diagnostic applications. The position will offer a competitive salary and benefits.

The individual is expected to Independently carry out, assist with, and communicate research lab experiments and activities to the Principal Investigator (PI); perform data acquisition, processing, analysis, and interpretation; oversee the establishment of new experimental setups; write progress reports and summarize results; prepare scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and presentations; support, and mentor other laboratory members and students; perform administrative tasks, including maintaining stock reagents and solutions, and ordering supplies and equipment; ensure compliance with OSHA and EHS regulations; perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Doctorate in a related discipline such as biomedical engineering, analytical chemistry, biomedical sciences, materials science, chemical engineering, materials engineering, biophysics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience in solid-state nanopore sensing and/or chemiresistive gas sensing or other related areas.
• Working basic knowledge of biosensing, surface chemical functionalization, nanotechnology, microscopy (SEM, TEM, AFM), and spectroscopy techniques (e.g.: UV-Vis, IR, Raman).
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently, adapt, learn new techniques, and apply academic and practical knowledge to research are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to generate new research ideas.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player with the ability and willingness to support other team members and mentor students.

Desired:

• Software skills in Python, LabVIEW, Mathematica, and MATLAB.
• Demonstrated experience in nanofabrication/materials synthesis and engineering/microfluidics is desired
• Experience in 3D design and printing.
• Experience in Origin labs.
• Experience in microelectronics.

This position pays $61,008

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