Postdoctoral Research Associate FluidTrans Research Group
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Job Summary
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - FluidTrans Research GroupAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
A two-year postdoctoral research position with a possibility of renewal is available in the FluidTrans Research Group in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Iowa State University. The position is available immediately with a flexible start date; the earliest appointment is April 1.
The postdoctoral researcher will conduct experimental and theoretical/computational studies of viscous flow through deformable and swelling porous media for example hydrogel assemblies with a focus on understanding the fundamental transport mechanisms relevant to biological systems (e.g. brain tissue perivascular spaces optic nerve sheath).
Candidates with strengths in theoretical modeling asymptotic analysis or numerical simulations are also encouraged to apply.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Mechanical Engineering Applied Mathematics Physics Chemical Engineering or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experimental expertise (e.g. benchtop flow porous media hydrogels imaging and microfluidics)
Experience with theoretical modeling asymptotic analysis or numerical simulations.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Iowa State University is where innovation thrives and the impossible is made possible. This is where your passion for problem-solving and hands-on learning can make a real difference in our world. Whether youre helping improve the environment creating safer automobiles or advancing medical technologies and athletic performance the Department of Mechanical Engineering gives you the tools and talent to blaze your own trail to an amazing career.
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Start Date:April 1 2026
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
March 31 2028Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
This position will be posted until filled.
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
February 17 2026Posting Close Date:
February 24 2026Job Requisition Number:
R18560Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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