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Postdoctoral Fellow in Protein Nanowire Electronics for Wearable Biomedical Sensors Northeastern University in United States

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Postdoc

Field of study

Microbiology

Funding

The position offers an internationally competitive salary, excellent fringe benefits, and research support.

Deadline

Feb 25, 2027

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United States

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Northeastern University

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Microbiology
Biomedical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Electrochemistry
Synthetic Biology
Bioelectronics
Biosensor
Device Fabrication

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About this position

Northeastern University is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to develop next-generation electronic devices based on microbially produced protein nanowires. These biologically derived conductive materials provide a platform for sustainable energy harvesting, neuromorphic computing, and biosensing.

The initial research focus is wearable biomedical sensors. The postdoctoral fellow will lead experimental work in device fabrication and characterization, integrate protein nanowires into electronic platforms, and measure their electrical and sensing properties. The project can expand into other device architectures as the research develops.

A synthetic biology team will genetically tailor nanowire properties, including conductivity, analyte binding, and environmental responsiveness, to meet device requirements. This creates an iterative research pathway linking materials design with device performance and enables the fellow to shape independent research directions in an emerging field.

The fellow will join an interdisciplinary program spanning microbiology, synthetic biology, electrochemistry, and materials science. The program combines engineering of tunable protein nanowires with their application in functional electronic systems, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and international collaborations.

Funding details

The position offers an internationally competitive salary, excellent fringe benefits, and research support.

What's required

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, molecular engineering, or a related field. Preferred experience includes electronic materials or device fabrication, electrical characterization of materials, nanomaterials, or bioelectronic interfaces. Candidates should demonstrate strong experimental skills, creativity, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

How to apply

Submit a single PDF containing your CV with contact information, a brief summary of research interests and major accomplishments, and contact information for three references. Email the application to [email protected] with the subject line “Postdoctoral Application – Protein Nanowire Electronics”.

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