Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Posting Details

Job Title Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Non-Tenured, F1006A)

Department BIOELECTRONICS

Position Number F1006A

Job Description

The Center for Bioelectronics at Old Dominion University is seeking outstanding candidates for a post-doctoral research associate position with a focus on biosensor and bioelectronics device prototype development. This position is a non-permanent appointment, renewable each year up to a max of two years. The candidate will make key contributions to process development for organic materials integration (polymeric/ composite materials and molecularly imprinted polymers) to integrate sensors and bioelectronic devices. The candidate will be responsible for designing, documenting, and implementing materials synthesis techniques pertaining to polymeric films, “smart” materials exhibiting multi-functionality, the design, development, and prototyping of biosensors and bioelectronic devices, and circuit design of wireless implantable and wearable devices. In addition, the qualified individual will play a key role in evaluating aging and compatibility of novel materials for implantable and wearable applications in broad collaboration with other researchers in the lab. Finally, the candidate is expected to serve as a mentor for technicians and students.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

A Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or a related field is required.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Expertise in biomedical device (biosensor) prototype development, with working knowledge of FDA 510(k) requirements.

• Deep technical skills and knowledge of developing novel biosensor diagnostics and therapeutic devices using principles, materials, and structures that are implantable and wearable.

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by a strong academic publication record and presentations at national conferences in a specific technical area.

• Ability to work on multiple projects with established deliverables, milestones, timelines and requirements.

• Ability to work and communicate effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, chemists, materials scientists, etc.

• A solid background in principles of electrical circuits and microfabrication processes.

• Experience with wearable and implantable sensor development, and other circuit development techniques.

• Understand the basic processing, properties and mechanics of soft materials.

• Experience with technical writing in the form of manuscripts, reports, standard operating procedures, and other documentation related to research, process development and associated specifications.

• Experience in working with Biosafety Level-2 ( BSL -2), proficiency in standard cell- and molecular-biological techniques, and real-time imaging of biosensors.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous postdoctoral research experience and/or experience in the biomedical device industry is preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date 01/14/2025

Application Review Date 02/10/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/23762 and attach the following with their online application:

• A letter of interest expressing the candidate’s interest in the position and how their qualifications meet the posted requirements.

• A curriculum vitae.

• A diversity/inclusion statement.

• Undergraduate Transcripts.

• Contact information for three professional references (who will be contacted via the application system upon submitting your application to submit a recommendation letter).

Applications will be reviewed starting on February 10, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Telework Friendly No

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

About the College

About the Department

https://odu.edu/cbe

Posting Specific Questions

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)

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• DiverseJobs.com

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• Jobs.Virginia.gov

• Old Dominion University website

• Virginia Pilot (website or print)

• Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)

• Academic Keys

• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• Diversity/Inclusion Statement

• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

• Contact Information for Professional References

Optional Documents