Primary work will be to optimize hydrogel formulation and hydrogel geometry toward building a prototype of a medical device. The successful candidate will be expected to:
Perform structured research assigned by the project's Primary Investigator (PI). (75%)

• Prepare hydrogels with different formulations and characterize hydrogel properties (including swelling ratio, swelling kinetics, and stiffness) to find the optimal hydrogel formulation for the device.
• Prepare hydrogels with various geometries to find the optimal hydrogel geometry for the device
• Assemble the device and test its performance in a 3D-printed organ model.
• Keep detailed records of all experiments, procedures, and data.

Analyze, plot, and present data to the PI (5%)
Conduct background literature research on relevant topics including current methods and reagents. (5%)
Collaborate on reports, conference papers and journal articles (5%)
Help monitor and train undergraduate student workers working on the same Project (5%)
Participate in lab up-keep, lab safety, and resource management (5%)

Required: B.S. in biomedical engineering, chemistry, materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or related field -- or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.

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While among the graduate faculty span the full spectrum of biomedical engineering, the Department has established interests in , , and engineering. We seek to focus growth and excellence in these research areas as we grow.

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