Computational biologist @ New Jersey’s science and technology university

 

Employer

Professor Voronov

http://chemicaleng.njit.edu/about/

Job Description

- Ideal Computational Skills (doesn’t have to be all of them):   Matlab, Fortran, Image Processing, Machine Learning (Neural Networks, Bioinformatics), Fluid Dynamics (Lattice Boltzmann Method), Parallel Programming(MPI/OpenMP), Supercomputing, Linux

- Educational Background:  MS in Chemical Engineering or related field is highly desired (although, if your skills are right, diplomas from other fields will be considered and you will have to take some additional courses to transition to ChE; same for BS).

 Possible Projects (most likely the first two):

 

• Developing a Model for Thrombus Formation Based on In-Vivo Confocal Microscopy Images

• Simulation of Artificial Bone Tissue Growth in Porous Scaffolds in a Flow Perfusion Bioreactor

• Designing Superhydrophobic Surfaces for Maximum Contact Angle and Friction Drag Reduction

• Porous Media Flows for Enchanced Oil Recovery

 

Staring Date:  Spring 2014 semester (application deadlines are NOW, so you should have your letters of recommendation, GRE and TOEFL /or equivalents/ in order)

 

To Apply:

• For further information about the projects and how to apply, read the dropbox link below
• https://www.dropbox.com/s/5x47xqnxn1h9sca/VORONOV_NJIT_Student_Search_2014_ENG.pdf
• read the criteria for admissions here, but do NOT apply without talking to me first
• http://www.njit.edu/admissions/graduate/howtoapply/criteria/phd-programs.php
• you will receive a visa/stipend/medical insurance, but you’ll be expected to TA in addition to your research and student responsibilities