Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Tulane University: Health Sciences: School of Medicine: Clinical Science Departments: Medicine: Medicine - Center for Biomedical Informatics and Genomics Location Downtown Open Date Sep 26, 2025 Description The Postdoctoral Fellow applicant will work in conjunction with the Principal Investigator in the development of new approaches for regenerative therapy, based on functional biomaterials and stem cells. Zhen Zhao’s lab at Tulane focuses on investigating the fundamental aspects of brain injury and neurodegeneration, and studying new drugs and drug candidates for their potential impact on human brain health. Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : (Note: Only the following two criteria—one education and one experience—will be used for screening qualified applicants.) PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related science and engineering fields. Research experience with biomaterial and/or regenerative medicine. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY : (Note: The following criteria will not be used in screening qualified applicants but may be considered in the final decision-selection process of candidates interviewed.) Knowledge in neuroscience, or aging, or immunology. Strong research skill in developing functional biomaterial and applying it in regenerative medicine. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : (Note: The following criteria will not be used in screening qualified applicants and may not be used in lieu of minimum qualifications stated above.) Experience in in vitro cell assays, or in vivo physiological and functional assays. Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tulane University