Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact at the University of Oregon
Postdoctoral Scholar - Ong Lab
Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact at the University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
Overview
Apply now. Job no: 535814 Location: Eugene, OR | Work type: Faculty - Other | Categories: Biology/Life Sciences, Research/Scientific/Grants, Human Physiology, Engineering/Biomedical Engineering | Department: Knight Campus | Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar | Annual Basis: 12 Month Review of Applications Begins: September 1, 2025. Position open until filled. Special Instructions to Applicants: Along with your current CV, please submit a cover letter of interest detailing your expertise and motivation for applying. Advertised: August 15, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time Applications Close: Open until filled. Department Summary
The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus will reshape the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. Position Summary
The Postdoctoral Scholar will be responsible for conducting research and technical activities related to sponsored projects in Dr. Ong’s lab. The incumbent will conduct research related to the inductive-capacitive sensors used for monitoring suture tension during and after orthopedic surgeries, and magnetoelastic sensors for cell and tissue monitoring. They will also perform data analysis and collaborate on research projects and report findings and discoveries in written and verbal form; they will mentor junior trainees in the lab; and will manage, maintain and provide technical expertise for lab equipment, protocols, and programs. Minimum Requirements
PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, Human Physiology, Immunology, or other relevant fields Professional Competencies
Effective communication skills Organization and time management skills Preferred Qualifications
Experience in wireless sensor technologies such as RFID sensors, inductive-capacitive resonance sensors, or magnetoelastic sensors Experience in wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth Low Energy Experience in electronic circuit design and fabrication and embedded programming Experience in cell and tissue culture experiments Experience in experiments with animal or human models All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon offers a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. For accommodation requests related to the application process, please contact the listed numbers above. Back to search results | Apply now | Refer a friend
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Apply now. Job no: 535814 Location: Eugene, OR | Work type: Faculty - Other | Categories: Biology/Life Sciences, Research/Scientific/Grants, Human Physiology, Engineering/Biomedical Engineering | Department: Knight Campus | Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar | Annual Basis: 12 Month Review of Applications Begins: September 1, 2025. Position open until filled. Special Instructions to Applicants: Along with your current CV, please submit a cover letter of interest detailing your expertise and motivation for applying. Advertised: August 15, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time Applications Close: Open until filled. Department Summary
The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus will reshape the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. Position Summary
The Postdoctoral Scholar will be responsible for conducting research and technical activities related to sponsored projects in Dr. Ong’s lab. The incumbent will conduct research related to the inductive-capacitive sensors used for monitoring suture tension during and after orthopedic surgeries, and magnetoelastic sensors for cell and tissue monitoring. They will also perform data analysis and collaborate on research projects and report findings and discoveries in written and verbal form; they will mentor junior trainees in the lab; and will manage, maintain and provide technical expertise for lab equipment, protocols, and programs. Minimum Requirements
PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, Human Physiology, Immunology, or other relevant fields Professional Competencies
Effective communication skills Organization and time management skills Preferred Qualifications
Experience in wireless sensor technologies such as RFID sensors, inductive-capacitive resonance sensors, or magnetoelastic sensors Experience in wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth Low Energy Experience in electronic circuit design and fabrication and embedded programming Experience in cell and tissue culture experiments Experience in experiments with animal or human models All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon offers a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. For accommodation requests related to the application process, please contact the listed numbers above. Back to search results | Apply now | Refer a friend
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