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Vanderbilt University: School of Engineering: Biomedical Engineering

Location

Biomedical Engineering

Open Date

Sep 10, 2025

Description
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Vanderbilt University invites applications
for two open faculty positions
, one at the level of tenure-track Assistant Professor and one at the level of tenured Professor eligible for an endowed chair.

Areas of particular interest include
gene therapy, drug delivery, protein engineering, genome engineering, synthetic biology, immunoengineering, mechanobiology, and application of machine learning or other computational methods toward biomaterial, drug, or biologic discovery and optimization
. Candidates with added research concentrations that complement the department's existing strengths in biophotonics, biomedical imaging, medical devices and interventional systems, constrained resource and microfluidic diagnostics, and neural engineering, are also of interest.

Qualifications
The target start date is August 2026. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to develop a vibrant, externally funded research program, along with an equal commitment to outstanding teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. VUBME exists at both the scientific and geographic boundary of Vanderbilt's engineering and clinical departments of its renowned medical center, making it an ideal location for engineering research at the interface of technology and medicine. Ideal candidates should possess: a doctorate degree in biomedical engineering or closely related fields of science and engineering, a record of scholarly and research achievement appropriate for their current level, strong record of high-impact research, a commitment to high-quality instruction in biomedical engineering and interest in advancing education programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels, an ability to lead a research program with a dedication to inclusive community building, and an interest in collaboration across engineering and with basic science and clinical disciplines.

Application Instructions

Application materials must include: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) statement of research interests (of particular import is their goals and collaborative possibilities across Vanderbilt), 4) a statement of teaching philosophy highlighting potential synergies within the BME department, such as new courses, 5) a summary statement on service and mentorship, and 6) the names and contact information of at least three professional references.
Review will begin upon receipt, and applications received by December 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Please address questions to the email: (
also note, this email will only be monitored by the chair of the department, and the chair of the search to maintain confidentiality)
.

Vanderbilt University has a strong institutional commitment to recruiting and retaining an academically and culturally representative community of faculty. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups, in particular, are encouraged to apply. Vanderbilt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

• Conduct thorough literature reviews on specified research topics.
• Assist in designing and executing research experiments (using virtual tools where applicable).
• Collect, organize, and analyze research data using statistical software.
• Document research methodologies, findings, and results accurately.
• Contribute to the writing of research papers, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with remote research teams and attend virtual project meetings.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in relevant emerging technologies.
• Assist in preparing research proposals and grant applications.
• Maintain research integrity and ethical standards throughout the project.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant STEM field.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated interest in emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant software tools (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines remotely.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Enthusiasm for research and a proactive learning attitude.

Vanderbilt University: School of Engineering: Biomedical Engineering

Location

Biomedical Engineering

Open Date

Sep 10, 2025

Description
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Vanderbilt University invites applications
for two open faculty positions
, one at the level of tenure-track Assistant Professor and one at the level of tenured Professor eligible for an endowed chair.

Areas of particular interest include
gene therapy, drug delivery, protein engineering, genome engineering, synthetic biology, immunoengineering, mechanobiology, and application of machine learning or other computational methods toward biomaterial, drug, or biologic discovery and optimization
. Candidates with added research concentrations that complement the department's existing strengths in biophotonics, biomedical imaging, medical devices and interventional systems, constrained resource and microfluidic diagnostics, and neural engineering, are also of interest.

Qualifications
The target start date is August 2026. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to develop a vibrant, externally funded research program, along with an equal commitment to outstanding teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. VUBME exists at both the scientific and geographic boundary of Vanderbilt's engineering and clinical departments of its renowned medical center, making it an ideal location for engineering research at the interface of technology and medicine. Ideal candidates should possess: a doctorate degree in biomedical engineering or closely related fields of science and engineering, a record of scholarly and research achievement appropriate for their current level, strong record of high-impact research, a commitment to high-quality instruction in biomedical engineering and interest in advancing education programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels, an ability to lead a research program with a dedication to inclusive community building, and an interest in collaboration across engineering and with basic science and clinical disciplines.

Application Instructions

Application materials must include: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) statement of research interests (of particular import is their goals and collaborative possibilities across Vanderbilt), 4) a statement of teaching philosophy highlighting potential synergies within the BME department, such as new courses, and 5) the names and contact information of at least three professional references.
Review will begin upon receipt, and applications received by December 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Please address questions to the email: (
also note, this email will only be monitored by the chair of the department, and the chair of the search to maintain confidentiality)
.

Vanderbilt University has a strong institutional commitment to recruiting and retaining an academically and culturally representative community of faculty. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups, in particular, are encouraged to apply. Vanderbilt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

• Assist in the design and execution of research experiments in biotechnology.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data using statistical software and bioinformatics tools.
• Conduct comprehensive literature searches and summarize relevant scientific findings.
• Contribute to the interpretation of research results and the development of new hypotheses.
• Prepare research reports, presentations, and contribute to manuscript preparation for scientific publications.
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory notebooks and research records.
• Collaborate with team members on research projects, sharing findings and insights.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements and research trends in biotechnology.
• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and research protocols.
• Perform other research-related duties as assigned by the principal investigator or supervisor.

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, or a related life science field.
• Strong foundational knowledge in core biotechnology principles and techniques.
• Experience with laboratory research methodologies is required.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, GraphPad Prism).
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and databases is highly desirable.
• Excellent scientific writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Eagerness to learn new techniques and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• A genuine passion for scientific discovery and innovation.

Vanderbilt University: School of Engineering: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Location

Nashville, TN

Open Date

Jun 26, 2025

Description
THE DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING (ECE) AT VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of the Practice of Electrical and Computer Engineering position with target start dates of Fall 2025. Primary responsibilities are to develop and teach classes in the Applied AI curriculum. Teach online classes, contribute the undergraduate ECE curriculum, and assist with programmatic certification. This is a term appointment, eligible for renewal, contingent on performance. We are committed to teaching and research excellence and have fully integrated professors of the practice and lecturers into ECE faculty operations.

Ranked #13 nationally, Vanderbilt University is a private, internationally recognized research university located on 330 park-like acres 1.5 miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Its 10 distinct schools share a single cohesive campus that values collaboration. The university enrolls over 13,500 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including 36% minority students and over 1,100 international students from 84 countries.

With a metro population of over two million people, Nashville's top industries by employment include trade, transportation, and utilities; education and health services; professional and business services; government; and leisure and hospitality. Other industries include manufacturing, financial activities, construction, and information. Long known as a hub for health care and music, Nashville is a technology center with a considerable pool of health care, AI, and defense-related jobs available. In recent years, the city has experienced an influx of major office openings by some of the largest global tech companies and prime Silicon Valley startups.

Vanderbilt University has a strong institutional commitment to recruiting and retaining an academically and culturally diverse community of faculty. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups; in particular, are encouraged to apply. Vanderbilt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University may require employees to comply with any testing or health safety measures which the University may require.

Qualifications
Ideal qualifications include a PH.D. degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline. Prior teaching experience in these programs would be a plus.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted on-line at Applications should include a full CV, statement of teaching experience and interests, a list of three names and email address for reference, and a personal statement. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

• Assist in the design and execution of data-driven research projects.
• Collect, clean, and pre-process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and develop machine learning models.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize research findings.
• Collaborate with researchers and data scientists on data visualization and reporting.
• Implement and test algorithms and software prototypes.
• Contribute to the documentation of research methodologies and results.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and present findings.
• Identify potential research avenues and hypotheses.
• Learn and apply new data science techniques and tools.

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in statistical analysis and machine learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python (with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R.
• Experience with data manipulation and visualization tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and research challenges.
• Prior research experience or relevant project work is a plus.
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace.

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews on emerging AI topics and techniques.
• Assist in designing and implementing machine learning experiments.
• Collect, preprocess, and manage large datasets for AI model training.
• Implement and test algorithms and models using programming languages like Python.
• Analyze experimental results and contribute to the interpretation of findings.
• Document research methodologies, code, and findings meticulously.
• Collaborate with research scientists and engineers on various AI projects.
• Assist in the preparation of research papers, presentations, and reports.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and deep learning.
• Help identify potential research avenues and new project ideas.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of AI algorithms.
• Ensure research data is organized, version-controlled, and securely stored.
• Participate in regular team meetings and provide updates on research progress.
• Troubleshoot issues related to data, code, and experimental setups.
• Contribute to building internal AI knowledge repositories.

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong academic record with a focus on AI/ML concepts.
• Proficiency in Python and relevant AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Solid understanding of fundamental AI and machine learning algorithms.
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A genuine passion for artificial intelligence and a desire to contribute to research.
• Previous research experience or a strong portfolio of AI projects is a significant advantage.

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews on AI ethics, policy, and societal impact.
• Assist in the design and execution of research studies related to AI fairness, accountability, and transparency.
• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data using various research methodologies.
• Contribute to the writing and editing of research papers, reports, and grant proposals.
• Organize and maintain research data and documentation in a systematic manner.
• Participate in virtual research team meetings and discussions.
• Summarize research findings and present them to the research team.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and materials for academic conferences.
• Stay updated on the latest developments and debates in AI ethics and policy.
• Provide administrative support to the research project as needed.

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Philosophy, Law, Public Policy, or a related field with a strong interest in AI ethics.
• Demonstrated research experience through academic coursework or prior projects.
• Familiarity with ethical theories and principles, particularly as they apply to technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in research methods and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research tools is a plus.
• Availability for a minimum of 20 hours per week.