CBE Research Scientist IV | Posting Details Posting Details Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title CBE Research Scientist IV Posting Number

NFE03174P

Department SDSMT-Karen M. Swindler Chemical and Biological Engineering 1 Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at South Dakota Mines is seeking applications for a Research Scientist IV, benefited position at 100% effort. This position will be responsible for designing and executing experimental research, advising student researchers, disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed publications and scientific conference presentations, and contributing to the identification and preparation of funding proposals. The candidate will be developing and managing the new Tissue Engineering and Cell Culture Laboratory (TECCL) as well as the Soft Matter (SoMa) Characterization Facility, overseeing budget, and serving as PI/Co-PI on research grants and contracts. This position will make continued progress in our effort to investigate tissue engineering, cell culture, materials science, microfluidics, vasculature, and soft-matter characterization, including investigations of process-structure-property-performance relations, such as our work on the deleterious effects of radiation in a human microphysiological platform. Other responsibilities will include overseeing growth of the biomedical science and engineering research in the unit, coordinating outreach efforts, and building and disseminating teaching modules.

Qualifications:

A PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field is required, along with at least 5 years of related experience. The applicant should have expertise in mammalian cell culture and tissue engineering, including endocytosis, mechanotransduction, cell viability, viral transfection, cytotoxicity screening, inflammatory screening, cellpatibility, and modified media formulation. Additionally, the applicant should have expertise in advanced materials characterization, advanced manufacturing (e.g., CAD, stereolithography, additive manufacturing, extrusion, or electrospinning) of polymeric materials, thin-film coatings (e.g., dip coating, blade coating),anic polymer synthesis, rheology (e.g., rotational, extensional, intrinsic), particle characterization (e.g., zeta sizing, DLS), microscopy (e.g., fluorescence, DIC, phase contrast, AFM, FLIM-FRET, SEM), and/or polymer processing and characterization (e.g., MTD, MFI, DSC, TGA). Extensive understanding of design and utilization of microphysiological systems is preferred. Experience leading large teams, mentoring at various levels, coordinating outreach efforts, teaching, grant writing, grant management, and dissemination (i.e., oral presenting and manuscript writing) are also preferred.

To :

Applications must be made online at yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines ismitted to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellentprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide amodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hrsdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin August 31, 2026. Employment is contingent uponpletion of a satisfactory background investigation. Please attach a cover letter, full curriculum vitae, and a list of three professional references (include name and email address for each reference). The cover letter should briefly describe your interest in the position and summarize the qualifications and experience that make you a strong candidate. Posting Date 08/17/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 08/31/2026 Advertised Salary Salarymensurate with candidate's experience Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrantmunity of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging fromplex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Sitting for sustained periods of time, Repetitive Motion Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Biohazard, Chemical Hazards, Radiation Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.