Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biology
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biology
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
The Copos Group works on computational and mathematical theoretical models with direct applications to several open problems in cell biology. We are specifically interested in uncovering the role of mechanics in tissue development healing and homeostasis. The postdoctoral research associate will perform basic or applied research of a limited scope primarily using existing theories and methods. They will assist the supervisor in the interpretation and publication of results and grants. Furthermore it is expected that they exercise functional supervision over supporting research staff. The primary responsibility is to ensure that the research is complete. The appointment generally does not extend beyond two years.
Key Responsibilities
-Assisting in initiating executing and completing clinical research and experiments
-Prepare and write research papers presentations grant proposals etc.
-Laboratory management
-Train graduate students
Qualifications
Must have a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or Mathematics or Physics; be able to undertake substantially full-time research or scholarship; work under the supervision of a senior scholar. The postdoctoral fellow should have research experience in mathematical biology preferably using theoretical and numerical approaches to understand mechanisms in biological systems. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of PI Calina Copos and will engage in collaborative work with cell and developmental biologists. Expertise in agent-based models continuum PDE descriptions dynamical systems and/or ML-based surrogate model discovery are strongly preferred. This appointment is intended to be a two-year commitment; after one year the position will be renewed if funding is available. This position has no teaching responsibilities but there is an opportunity to teach if desired. The preferred starting date is September 1 2025.
Position Type
ResearchAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
108SExpected Hiring Range:
$59425.00 - $83935.00With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
