About the Wyss:
The mission of the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University is to transform human healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds. Developed as an alliance between Harvard and other premier academic and clinical partner institutions, Institute faculty and staff collaborate in high-risk, fundamental research and science-driven technology development. A major focus of the Institute is to translate the technologies developed by its faculty and staff into commercial products and therapies through collaborations with clinical investigators and establishment of corporate alliances. For more information, visit: http://wyss.harvard.edu/.
Role Description:
The Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University invites applications for a Visiting Graduate Student (student intern) position to work in a novel Microfluidic technique to generate nanoemulsions in the laboratory of the Institute Director, Donald Ingber, MD, PhD, which will be led by Vaskar Gnyawali, Ph.D. The position will focus on optimizing and validating a newly developed technology to generate large-scale nanoemulsions of different formulation.
Applicants should have a basic understanding of the physics of fluids and microfluidic devices. The candidate will have one primary mentor. The candidate can expect rigorous training, exposure to multiple disciplines, business developmental processes and in-depth learning about the technology.
In this role you will:
- Summarize, present, and share key findings with an interdisciplinary, scientific team in a cogent, organized manner
- Design and execute new experiments, metrics, and methodologies
- Collaborate with other researchers to address and solve new challenges and unanticipated problems as they arise
- Work independently, in a detail-oriented, self-driven manner
What you’ll Need:
- Must hold and/or be enrolled in an MS degree in the field of Bioengineering, Mechanical engineering, Physics or a closely related discipline
- Scientific, Practical, and Interpersonal Skills:
- Soft Skills: communication, adaptability, independent thinking, efficiency, self-drive
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel),
- Scientific Skills: design and implementation of scientific protocols, analysis of scientific literature and datasets
Preferred:
- Experience with nanoparticles and nanoemulsions
Where You Can Apply:
Applications, assembled as a single PDF file, should contain a complete resume and a cover letter describing research interests, goals, and why you would be a good fit for this program. Applications should be sent to faculty_postdocs@wyss.harvard.edu using the subject line “Intern – Visiting Graduate Student – Lipid Nanoemulsion”. PhD holders are not eligible for this position. The position is unpaid. The applicant must either receive academic credit for the internship, or have secured an external source of fellowship support.
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.