Postdoctoral Research Associate - Y. Liu

  • University Of Georgia
  • Athens, Georgia
  • Full Time
Position Details Posting Number:
G/R32868P

Working Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Y. Liu

Department:
ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed

About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the states flagship university ( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:
The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia is one of the fastest growing programs atUGAand one of the fastest growing public colleges of engineering in the nation. Since our founding in 2012, enrollment in the College of Engineering has grown to over 2,400 students. Students and faculty alike are attracted to our setting in a comprehensive, land-grant, research institution thats consistently ranked among the 20 best public universities in the nation. Ourrapidly expandingengineering program focuses on opportunities for learning, discovery and innovation at the confluence of disciplines.

College/Unit/Department website:

Employment Type:
Employee

Additional Schedule Information:
This is a full-time, 40 hour/week position.

This position is funded for two years beyond the official start date.

Advertised Salary:
55,000.00 - 60,000.00 annually

Anticipated Start Date:
07/01/2026

Posting Date:
04/23/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please include the following materials with your application submission:

  • CV/Resume
  • Official Transcripts
  • List of references with contact information


Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

EOO Statement:
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Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities:
Design and conduct independent research on microfluidic and 3D printed platforms for cell migration studies.

Percentage of time:
40

Duties/Responsibilities:
Develop, optimize, and execute cell based microfluidic assays, including sample preparation, cell culture, microscopy, and experimental workflow refinement.

Percentage of time:
25

Duties/Responsibilities:
Analyze and interpret quantitative data related to cell migration, device performance, and assay outcomes.

Percentage of time:
15

Duties/Responsibilities:
Prepare manuscripts, conference materials, and grant related research documents.

Percentage of time:
10

Duties/Responsibilities:
Support laboratory operations and provide mentorship or technical guidance to students and junior researchers.

Percentage of time:
10

Job ID: 518486129
Originally Posted on: 4/23/2026

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