Postdoctoral Fellow - RPBS Lab Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu The RPBS Lab invites applications for Postdoctoral Researcher positions. Postdocs will lead independent research projects at the interface of focused ultrasound, synthetic biology, and cancer immunotherapy while mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career scientists looking to develop a strong publication record and build an independent research trajectory within a highly collaborative and well-resourced environment. Research Areas: Sonogenetics — engineering ultrasound-responsive genetic circuits for non-invasive cellular control Mechanotransduction — investigating how mechanical forces from focused ultrasound alter immune cell function and tumor microenvironments Acoustic tool development — designing next-generation transducers, wearable ultrasound devices, and integrated imaging-therapy platforms Translational immunotherapy — combining ultrasound priming with CART and other cellular therapies for solid tumors
What We Offer: Competitive NIH-scale salary with full benefits through Indiana University Dedicated mentorship toward career development, grant writing, and faculty applications Access to shared core facilities (imaging, flow cytometry, animal resources) within the Luddy School and IU Bloomington Travel funding for conference presentationsA collaborative, interdisciplinary research culture Basic Qualifications -
Required: Ph. D. in biomedical engineering, biophysics, molecular biology, immunology, electrical engineering, or a closely related field Strong record of peer-reviewed publications Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: ultrasound/acoustics, cell engineering, synthetic biology, cancer immunology, or bioimaging Experience with in vivo animal studies is a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills Department Contact for Questions - Questions may be sent to: Dr. Nate Yoon (nateyoon@iu.edu)
Additional Qualifications
Preferred Skills: Hands-on experience with focused ultrasound systems or acoustic characterization Proficiency in molecular cloning, CRISPR, or genetic circuit design Experience with flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, or in vivo imaging (bioluminescence, fluorescence)Computational skills for data analysis, signal processing, or simulation (Python, MATLAB)Experience mentoring junior researchers Application Materials:1) CV2) A brief research statement (1-2 Pages)3) Contact information for 2-3 references For Best Consideration Date - 10/01/2026 Expected Start Date - 01/15/2027 Posting Number - IU-101638-2026

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Level

Lead

Location

Bloomington, IN

Occupation

Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

Industry

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Posted

7 days ago

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