Kehan Zhang

University of Minnesota | Zhang Lab | Biomedical Engineering The Zhang Lab has launched in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota and is recruiting founding PhD students for Fall 2027 . The position is described as fully funded , with an application deadline of December 1, 2026 . The lab’s research sits at the intersection of synthetic biology , AI-guided design , high-throughput functional assays , and engineered human models . The group aims to develop programmable gene and cell therapies and to build mammalian cells that can sense, compute, and respond to disease. Application areas mentioned include cardiovascular disease, cancer, and genetic disorders. In addition to PhD recruitment, the post welcomes inquiries from prospective postdoctoral researchers and predoctoral technicians interested in joining the growing research program. Applicants are encouraged to email [email protected] with a CV, a brief summary of previous research experience and individual contributions, and a description of research interests and motivation for joining the Zhang Lab. PhD applicants should also mention the PI in the statement of purpose when applying. This opportunity is best suited to candidates with interests in biomedical engineering , biology , computer science , and translational research in gene/cell therapy.