Research Engineer / 40 Hours / BWH Gastroenterology
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General Summary:
We are seeking a Research Engineer I in the Traverso lab at Brigham and Women’s Hospital with a strong background in drug delivery. The research group consists of chemists, biologists, engineers, pharmaceutical scientists, and physicians and focuses on developing clinically relevant drug delivery systems.
This individual will work on developing different drug delivery systems with wide-ranging applications. One project focuses on developing oral gastric resident systems for long term drug delivery (Bellinger et al., Science Transl. Med., 2016; Kirtane et al., Nature Comm., 2018; Kirtane et al., Science Transl. Med., 2019). In this project, we will design novel materials and formulations to further improve these drug delivery systems and characterize their in vitro and in vivo performance. Another project focuses on the designing nano- and microparticle-based systems for the treatment of brain cancers (Shankar et al., PNAS, 2018). Here, we will characterize the performance of novel drugs, drug combinations and drug delivery systems in the treatment of brain cancers.
Qualifications:
The candidate should have a B.S./M.A. or equivalent in biomedical engineering, material science, chemical engineering, bioengineering or a related field with at least 2 years of experience (co-op and internships considered).
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in one or more of the following areas:
Polymer synthesis and physicochemical characterization techniques such as GPC, NMR, XRD Formulation development and physicochemical characterization techniques such as DLS, XRD, HPLC, fluorescence and UV spectrophotometry Mammalian cell culture techniques and executing in vitro characterization e.g. cytotoxicity, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy Animal handling and executing in vivo studies
Training to gain further skills will be available.
Candidate must have self-motivation and willingness to learn new tools and techniques; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; comfort summarizing and reporting results to interdisciplinary researchers; commitment to exceeding standards and producing accurate, high quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
EEO Statement
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Primary Location MA-Cambridge-MGB Landsdowne St Work Locations MGB Landsdowne St 65 Landsdowne Street Cambridge 02139 Job Research-Engineer Organization Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Schedule Full-time Standard Hours 40 Shift Day Job Employee Status Regular Recruiting Department BWH Department Of Medicine / Gastroenterology Job Posting Oct 21, 2021