PhD Student or Postdoctoral Fellow Positions Available in Brain Organoid Enginee
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The Laboratory for Multiscale Bioengineering and Mechanobiology (LMBM) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our dynamic research team as PhD students / postdoctoral fellows. Candidates will work on NIH and NSF funded projects developing novel, engineered brain organoids model for disease modeling and drug discovery. The research is highly interdisciplinary, involving close collaboration with experts in neuroscience, electrical engineering, mathematical biology, and cell biology.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated research experience in relevant areas such as 3D bioprinting, microfabrication, tissue engineering, biomaterials, and stem cell biology.
Excellent problem-solving skills, creativity, and a passion for interdisciplinary research.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Why UMass Amherst?
Located in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, UMass Amherst offers a vibrant campus life, a diverse community, and a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities. The PI, Dr. Yubing Sun, is affiliated with the Institute of Applied Life Sciences (IALS), which provides access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources and strong support for translation and commercialization. Members in Dr. Sun’s lab come from diverse backgrounds (mechanical engineering, neuroscience, and molecular and cell biology) and work collaboratively on high impact problems. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic and research life.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Sun prior to their applications by sending the following documents:
A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting your academic background, research experience, and publications.
Contact information for at least three professional references.
Please send your application materials to 1point3acres.com directly.
PhD candidates can apply to one of the following graduate programs: Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB), Neuroscience and Behavior (NSB), and Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). Both spring and fall 2027 applications will be considered.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated research experience in relevant areas such as 3D bioprinting, microfabrication, tissue engineering, biomaterials, and stem cell biology.
Excellent problem-solving skills, creativity, and a passion for interdisciplinary research.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Why UMass Amherst?
Located in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, UMass Amherst offers a vibrant campus life, a diverse community, and a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities. The PI, Dr. Yubing Sun, is affiliated with the Institute of Applied Life Sciences (IALS), which provides access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources and strong support for translation and commercialization. Members in Dr. Sun’s lab come from diverse backgrounds (mechanical engineering, neuroscience, and molecular and cell biology) and work collaboratively on high impact problems. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic and research life.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Sun prior to their applications by sending the following documents:
A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting your academic background, research experience, and publications.
Contact information for at least three professional references.
Please send your application materials to 1point3acres.com directly.
PhD candidates can apply to one of the following graduate programs: Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB), Neuroscience and Behavior (NSB), and Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). Both spring and fall 2027 applications will be considered.
