Postdoctoral Fellow - CBE

Type: Full-Time Posted: 10/15/2025 Category: Biological and Biomedical Engineering; +1 Institution: Tulane University School of Science and Engineering, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Location: New Orleans, LA Grants, Scholarships & Financial Aid Discover more Biological Study Grants & Scholarships Engineering & Technology Description A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Tulane University, located in historic Uptown New Orleans. The successful candidate will join the research groups of Drs. Pourtaheri and Papadopoulos, working at the interface of biomaterials, drug delivery, and neuroscience. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to developing and optimizing platforms for drug delivery to the central nervous system (CNS), focusing on overcoming physiological barriers such as the blood-brain barrier and mucosal barriers. The work will involve two active projects funded by the NIH and J&B Device and Equipment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Biological Science, Material Science, Biomolecular Engineering, or a related field. Science Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: material science, biotechnology, biomedicine, cell biology and culture, animal surgery, or drug delivery approaches.Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated through prior presentations and publications. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with colloid science.Familiarity with bacterial protocols.Strong background in cell biology, including intracellular trafficking and cell compartmentalization.Hands-on experience with staining and imaging techniques, such as immunostaining, confocal microscopy, or fluorescent labeling. Application Instructions Candidates must apply via Interfolio and provide the following: Civil Engineering Curriculum Vitae (CV)Cover LetterTwo contact references The position is open immediately and will remain open until filled or until 03/31/2026, whichever occurs first. Colleges & Universities Type: Full-Time Posted: 10/15/2025 Category: Biological and Biomedical Engineering; +1 Institution: Tulane University School of Science and Engineering, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Location: New Orleans, LA Grants, Scholarships & Financial Aid Discover more Biological Study Grants & Scholarships Engineering & Technology Description A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Tulane University, located in historic Uptown New Orleans. The successful candidate will join the research groups of Drs. Pourtaheri and Papadopoulos, working at the interface of biomaterials, drug delivery, and neuroscience. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to developing and optimizing platforms for drug delivery to the central nervous system (CNS), focusing on overcoming physiological barriers such as the blood-brain barrier and mucosal barriers. The work will involve two active projects funded by the NIH and J&B Device and Equipment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Biological Science, Material Science, Biomolecular Engineering, or a related field. Science Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: material science, biotechnology, biomedicine, cell biology and culture, animal surgery, or drug delivery approaches.Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated through prior presentations and publications. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with colloid science.Familiarity with bacterial protocols.Strong background in cell biology, including intracellular trafficking and cell compartmentalization.Hands-on experience with staining and imaging techniques, such as immunostaining, confocal microscopy, or fluorescent labeling. Application Instructions Candidates must apply via Interfolio and provide the following: Civil Engineering Curriculum Vitae (CV)Cover LetterTwo contact references The position is open immediately and will remain open until filled or until 03/31/2026, whichever occurs first. Colleges & Universities