Fellow in Microphysiological Systems

Harvard University

Harvard University

USD 50k-70k / year

Posted on Jun 5, 2026
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Position

Details
Title Fellow in Microphysiological Systems
School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area Bioengineering
Position Description
This is a laboratory research position in the field of microphysiological systems in the Mitragotri lab. The candidate will run experiments in microfluidic systems which mimic human physiological subcutaneous tissue microenvironment.
Basic Qualifications
BS or equivalent.
Additional Qualifications
The successful candidate should also have:
  • Experience in handling microfluidic systems
  • Experience in cell cultures
  • Experience in protein handling and labeling
  • Experience in image analysis and processing
Special Instructions
Please submit an updated CV, cover letter, and a statement of research, as well as up to three letters of recommendation.
Contact Information
Claudia Stearns
Harvard Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
29 Oxford St.
227 Pierce Hall
Cambridge, MA 02138
Contact Email cstearns@seas.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$50,000 – $70,000
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.
Minimum Number of References Required 1
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
Keywords
microfluidics, microphysiological systems

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Statement of Research
Optional Documents
  1. Publication
  2. Publication 2
  3. Publication 3
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