Research Scientist In Biomedical Engineering Charlottesville
State of Virginia · Virginia
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Jul 6, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- $70,000-$85,000
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Summary
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia seeks a Research Associate to work in Dr. Evan Scott's laboratory on developing and optimizing nanocarriers for targeted immune cell modulation through controlled drug delivery. The role focuses on synthesis, characterization, and optimization of block copolymers and polymeric drug delivery vehicles, with emphasis on analytical chemistry rather than validation studies. The position involves collaboration with graduate students, pharmaceutical corporations, and academic partners on immunotherapies for cancer, allergy, and infectious disease applications.
Key qualifications
- PhD in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, polymer chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field
- Experience with nanomedicine and/or nanomaterials development
- Experience characterizing self-assembled nanomaterials and/or lipids using analytical chemistry methods
- Experience with drug delivery platforms for vaccination and/or immunotherapy
- Background in cell culture, animal models, and flow cytometry
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