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We’re hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher! 

The Wu Lab at the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN), University of North Carolina Greensboro, is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our interdisciplinary team. Our lab integrates molecular and cellular biology, synthetic biology, biomedical engineering, and microphysiological systems to study and modulate complex biological processes. Our work spans both fundamental mechanistic discovery and translational technology development. We investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive disease development and progression, including cancer, inflammation, and immune dysregulation, and leverage these insights to create innovative diagnostic and therapeutic platforms. The lab is supported by multiple federal and state-funded awards, including DoD CDMRP, NSF, USDA, NCInnovation, NC Biotech.

Our research directions include, but are not limited to:
• Engineering synthetic cell systems for precise cellular regulation
• Using CRISPR/Cas technologies to identify disease drivers and new bioengineering targets
• Developing nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems for targeted therapy
• Building advanced microphysiological platforms, including organ-on-a-chip systems and organoid models

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher who will play an integral role in advancing the lab’s multidisciplinary research program. Key responsibilities include:
• Designing, performing, and analyzing experiments aligned with the lab’s research directions in nanomedicine, synthetic biology, biomedical engineering, and disease-mechanism studies
• Preparing manuscripts, figures, and presentations, and contributing to grant proposals
• Training and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, including guidance in experimental design, troubleshooting, and scientific communication
• Collaborating with lab members and external partners to support team-based scientific discovery
• Helping maintain a productive, organized, and inclusive laboratory environment

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

Qualifications

Required:
• Ph.D. in Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong experimental skills in biological, biomedical, or bioengineering research
• Demonstrated ability to design experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot independently
• Record of scientific productivity, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications
• Experience in mouse models and animal studies
• Commitment to mentoring and working effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

Preferred (not required):
• Bioinformactics, microphysiological system

About JSNN: The Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN) is a collaborative partnership between the University of North Carolina Greensboro and North Carolina A&T State University, offering a uniquely interdisciplinary research environment at the intersection of nanoscience, engineering, biology, and materials innovation. JSNN is part of the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI), providing access to nationally recognized nanofabrication, characterization, and advanced materials facilities. The school houses state-of-the-art resources—including cleanroom and microfabrication facilities, advanced imaging and microscopy suites, microfluidic prototyping tools, high-resolution 3D bioprinters, vivarium space, and extensive analytical instrumentation. JSNN’s collaborative culture and strong partnerships with academia, industry, and clinical institutions create an exceptional environment for advanced research training and scientific innovation.

PI (Kerui Wu, PhD)’s publication record: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=u2dZqYcAAAAJ&hl=en

Lab website: https://www.kwulab.com/

Please send CV to k_wu@uncg.edu if you are interested.