Biomedical Engineering Director jobs in Madison, WI

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in cellular engineering or tissue engineering. Additionally, a candidate whose research in this field complements the department existing strengths in Neuroengineering, Biomechanics, Biomedical imaging and optics, and Medical Micro technologies would be of particular interest. The candidate's research should have clear implications for improving human health. The ideal candidate will be interested in collaborative work with existing centers and faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and throughout campus.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering advances the mission of the College of Engineering to foster a respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

Developing an innovative research program in cellular engineering or tissue engineering; teaching and developing undergraduate and graduate courses in Biomedical Engineering, mentoring graduate students, and supervising their research; participating in departmental and university faculty governance; participating in outreach and service in industry and government; and contributing to professional and public service.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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Required
PhD
Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field, with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching.

Candidates will have a demonstrated record of academic achievement such as peer-reviewed publications and grant awards appropriate for early career, exceptional potential in establishing a world-class research program in cellular engineering and tissue engineering, and a commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate instructions.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

AUGUST 19, 2024

Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)

The Department of Biomedical Engineering in the College of Engineering at UW-Madison enrolls approximately 600 undergraduate students and 100 MS and PhD graduate students from all over the world. The Department has 22 Primary Faculty, 55 Affiliate Faculty, 3 Emeritus Faculty, 30 Academic Staff, and 3 Classified Staff, with state expenditures exceeding 2 million annually and research expenditures exceeding 10 million annually. The University of Wisconsin-Madison has a long history of interdisciplinary collaboration between departments and colleges as well as a strong commitment to promoting diversity and engaging in inclusive practices. A faculty member recruited in this specialty area will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty in the College, the School of Medicine, and Public Health, as well as from multiple research centers at UW-Madison, including the Carbone Cancer Center, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center, Cardiovascular Research Center, and McPherson Eye Research Institute.

Please apply directly to the website by clicking on "Apply Now". Upload a SINGLE PDF document containing a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete list of publications, and the names and contact information for three references. Applicants should include a maximum three-page research statement and a one-page teaching statement describing how the applicant's research and teaching goals fit the solicitation described above.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 5, 2023. However, this position will remain open, and applications may be considered until this position is filled.


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Mondira Saha-Muldowney

608-265-2385
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Assistant Professor(FA040)

A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/BIOMEDICAL ENGR

Faculty

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