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Postdoctoral Associate
Job Number: 2023-45089
Category: Post Doc
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Orthopedics & Physical Rehab. - W825000
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Code: Non Union Position-W63-Residents/Post Docs
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Feb. 8, 2025

Prof. Jie Songs lab at the UMass Chan Medical School invites a postdoctoral fellow to participate in the development of functional biomaterials for guiding skeletal tissue regeneration and for combating periprosthetic infections. 

The fellow is expected to work both independently and collaboratively. Salary follows NIH postdoctoral fellowship compensation guideline. To learn more about active research and recent publications in the Song lab, visit https://www.umassmed.edu/songlab/research/.

• Recent (past 2 years) PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Sciences, Chemical Biology, Bioengineering, or Skeletal Biology;
• Expertise in examining cell-material interactions (e.g. immune cell regulations, stem cell lineage commitment) or syntheses and physical characterizations of functional biomaterials expected;
• Experience with animal studies desired but not required

Application Process:

To apply, email CV, a brief statement of research interest (no more than 2 pages), along with contact information for 3 references to Jie.Song@umassmed.edu

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Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.
Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.
In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.
UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.