Cheemeng Tan

University of California, Davis is hiring a postdoctoral scholar to work on synthetic mammalian cells and engineered biomaterials . The position is announced by Professor Cheemeng Tan and is described as a multi-disciplinary, multi-institution, high-visibility opportunity. The research focus is centered on controlling, preserving, and engineering synthetic mammalian cells using engineered biomaterials. This is a strong fit for candidates with backgrounds or interests in biology , biomedical engineering , materials science , chemical engineering , and related synthetic biology or cell engineering areas. The post indicates a planned start date of August or September 2026 . No specific deadline, stipend, or funding package is listed in the post, but the role is explicitly a postdoctoral scholar opening rather than a PhD or master's call. Applicants should follow the application link provided in the post for next steps. The announcement does not mention language-test waivers, fee waivers, or detailed eligibility criteria beyond the research area and postdoctoral level.