What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist, Material Post Processing - Tissue Engineering Materials position at United Therapeutics Corporation?
California, US residents click here. The job details are as follows: Who we are We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension( PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create bio-artificial organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option. Who you are We are looking for a PHD in polymer or material science with a deep knowledge of biomaterial design for light based 3D printing. This person will take their brilliant expertise to execute and troubleshoot initiatives to enhance process development in bioink formulations, 3D printing, surface coating, and 3D printed scaffold characterization. The primary goal is to develop scaffolds with properties conducive to creating functional 3D printed lungs. Sound like something you are dreaming to be apart of? Apply here. Minimum Requirements Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in polymer science, material science and engineering, chemical engineering, organic chemistry or closely related field 1 years of relevant experience in academia, or industrial postdoc experience Deep knowledge of polymer chemistry, material sciences and organic chemistry Deep knowledge of biomaterial design for light-based 3D printing Technical knowledge of biomaterial characterization using analytical assays such as NMR. HPLC. FTIR, Raman Spectroscopy Technical knowledge of biomaterial characterization using techniques such as SEM, swelling, stiffness, tensile, suture test Track record of success (products, patents, grants, followships and/or publications) in a field related to polymer science, biomaterials or 3D printing technologies Minimum one first-author publication in a related or comparable field Strong organizational skills, communication skills, adaptability, and independent trouble-shooting capabilities Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of PEG-Based photo crosslinked bioink for 3D printing Knowledge of bioink formulations to modulate mechanical properties Experience with post-processing of biomaterials to enhance cell-material interaction Knowledge of tissue engineering concepts such as cell attachment and proliferation Knowledge of microfluidic concepts or perfusion-based chips Job Location This is a 100% onsite role in Manchester, NH. Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success. We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package. This is what makes United Therapeutics a stimulating place to work.
