Boston University
Assistant Professor, Biology & Biomedical Engineering, College of Arts & Science
Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Assistant Professor, Biology & Biomedical Engineering
Boston University College of Arts & Sciences & College of Engineering
Position Overview:
Join the Biological Design Center (BDC), a collaborative hub that pioneers synthetic tissues to understand biological systems and address human health challenges. This tenure‑track role involves a primary appointment split equally between the College of Engineering and the College of Arts & Sciences, with potential affiliated appointments in Materials Science and Engineering, computational biology, and the medical school. The position is full‑time and located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Compensation:
Salary range $120,000‑$130,000, determined by department budgets, qualifications, experience, and internal pay comparison.
Responsibilities
Lead an independent research program that develops synthetic tissues for disease modeling and therapeutic applications, with emphasis on regenerative medicine, organoids, and mechanobiology.
Secure grant funding to sustain and expand the research program.
Teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and provide effective mentorship to students.
Foster collaborative research across BU’s Colleges of Engineering and Arts & Sciences, as well as with the Medical School and diverse BU research centers.
Participate in the intellectual life of the university through service, leadership, and outreach.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated potential to build a significant, independent research program.
Strong record of scholarship, teaching, and service.
Good communication skills and ability to work across disciplines.
Application Procedure Applications are accepted through AcademicJobsOnline until January 10, 2026. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching & mentorship, and contact information for three professional references. Inquiries can be directed to Michelle Pecoraro (mp22@bu.edu). Do not apply through the Boston University HR website.
Equal Opportunity Statement Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Retaliation is prohibited. The University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. Final candidates must complete and sign an Authorization to Release Information form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.
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Position Overview:
Join the Biological Design Center (BDC), a collaborative hub that pioneers synthetic tissues to understand biological systems and address human health challenges. This tenure‑track role involves a primary appointment split equally between the College of Engineering and the College of Arts & Sciences, with potential affiliated appointments in Materials Science and Engineering, computational biology, and the medical school. The position is full‑time and located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Compensation:
Salary range $120,000‑$130,000, determined by department budgets, qualifications, experience, and internal pay comparison.
Responsibilities
Lead an independent research program that develops synthetic tissues for disease modeling and therapeutic applications, with emphasis on regenerative medicine, organoids, and mechanobiology.
Secure grant funding to sustain and expand the research program.
Teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and provide effective mentorship to students.
Foster collaborative research across BU’s Colleges of Engineering and Arts & Sciences, as well as with the Medical School and diverse BU research centers.
Participate in the intellectual life of the university through service, leadership, and outreach.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated potential to build a significant, independent research program.
Strong record of scholarship, teaching, and service.
Good communication skills and ability to work across disciplines.
Application Procedure Applications are accepted through AcademicJobsOnline until January 10, 2026. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching & mentorship, and contact information for three professional references. Inquiries can be directed to Michelle Pecoraro (mp22@bu.edu). Do not apply through the Boston University HR website.
Equal Opportunity Statement Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Retaliation is prohibited. The University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. Final candidates must complete and sign an Authorization to Release Information form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.
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