Post-Doctoral Associate in Developmental Biology and Disease Modeling
Join the Kamei Reverse Bioengineering Laboratory to advance stem-cell bioengineering and regenerative medicine through cutting-edge nano/micro-engineering and developmental biology.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with expertise in stem-cell biology, nano/micro-engineering, or bioinformatics who seek to contribute to translational research in developmental biology and regenerative medicine.
Overview
This postdoctoral position at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) offers an opportunity to work in the Kamei Reverse Bioengineering Laboratory, where interdisciplinary research bridges stem-cell biology, fluorescence imaging, bioinformatics, and advanced nano/micro-engineering. The successful candidate will design and fabricate engineered platforms for human stem cells, investigate developmental and pathological mechanisms, and lead experiments from conception to high-impact publication. The role also involves mentoring students, contributing to grant writing, and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. The laboratory’s work aims to translate insights into regenerative medicine, drug discovery, and precision therapeutics, making it ideal for researchers passionate about translational science and bioengineering.
What you'll do
- Design and fabricate nano- and micro-engineered platforms for interfacing with human stem cells.
- Investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms governing development and pathology using advanced experimental techniques.
- Lead experiments from conceptualization to publication in high-impact journals.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers in laboratory techniques and research projects.
- Contribute to grant writing and interdisciplinary collaborations within the lab and university.
- Develop and implement high-resolution imaging and omics-based approaches to study stem cell behavior.
- Collaborate with bioinformaticians to analyze complex biological datasets.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in science, engineering, or a closely related field awarded before the start date
Language: English; proficiency required for communication and collaboration
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record in high-impact journals
- Expertise in device design and fabrication for bioengineering applications
- Experience with stem-cell culture and differentiation protocols
- Proficiency in high-resolution imaging techniques (e.g., fluorescence microscopy)
- Familiarity with single-cell or bulk omics technologies (e.g., RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq)
- Strong background in bioinformatics or computational biology
- Experience with grant writing and collaborative research environments
- PhD awarded within the first five years prior to the start date
- Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply (in line with UAE regulations)
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-28
Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full publication list, a statement of research interests, official transcripts, and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. Applications are processed through an external portal linked in the job posting.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae with full publication list
- Statement of research interests
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of reference
Contact
Kenichiro Kamei· Laboratory Principal Investigator
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