About the Opportunity Postdoctoral Associate Gene Therapy and Transport Modeling Bajpayee Lab at Northeastern is seeking an exceptional Postdoctoral Associate to lead high-impact research in cartilage-targeted gene delivery within a fast-paced, NIH-funded and industry-collaborative environment. This position is designed for top-tier, self-driven scientists who can independently execute, manage multiple projects, and deliver at a high level. This work integrates gene therapy, chemical conjugation, and quantitative transport modeling to engineer charge-guided delivery systems for dense, negatively charged tissues. What You Will Do Lead multiple projects across federal and industry-funded programs Design and engineer gene delivery systems using chemical conjugation and molecular engineering Quantitatively analyze transport, partitioning, and binding kinetics in biological matrices Conduct and contribute to in vivo studies in musculoskeletal models Independently write and publish high-impact manuscripts Train and mentor students while driving projects forward Manage project budgets and presentations Who You Are PhD with a strong first-author publication record Expertise in chemical conjugation, biomaterials, or drug/gene delivery Experience with quantitative modeling (transport, kinetics, or related) Comfortable working with animal models Highly motivated, accountable, and able to manage multiple projects independently Ideal Candidates Experience with gene delivery (mRNA, DNA, CRISPR) Background in cartilage, ECM transport, or polyelectrolyte systems Prior exposure to translational or industry-linked research Position Type Research Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 108S Expected Hiring Range: $60,315.00 - $85,192.50 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact. Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The systemwhich includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwideserves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The universitys residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeasterns personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectorsaligned around solving todays highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.
