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The Kim Laboratory at the University of Utah (Department of Mechanical Engineering and John A. Moran Eye Center) is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and collaborative Postdoctoral Research Fellow. The fellow will lead the biological arm of an NIH-funded project on corneal mechanotransduction in keratoconus. This project sits at the intersection of corneal biology, mechanobiology, and organ-on-chip engineering, and builds on the laboratory’s recent work on curvature-dependent regulation of corneal stromal cells (Nature Communications, 2025).
The successful candidate will generate and validate CRISPR/Cas9 knockout corneal stromal cell lines. They will also study how curvature and mechanical load regulate corneal cell behavior in hydraulically controlled organ-chip platforms, and identify the mechanotransduction pathways underlying keratoconus progression. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Vision Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong track record of first-author publications.
This role requires hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and core molecular and imaging techniques such as qPCR, Western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and confocal microscopy. A solid understanding of mechanotransduction signaling, including YAP/TAZ, cytoskeletal remodeling, and ECM regulation, is essential. The preferred candidate will also bring experience with corneal or ocular cell culture, 3D or microfluidic culture systems, and RNA-seq or quantitative image analysis.
Responsibilities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you meet the minimum qualifications of the position as specified in the job posting?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Resume
Cover Letter
* List of References
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
OPEN DATE 10/29/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN46629B
JOB TITLE Post Doc Res Assoc
WORKING TITLE Postdoctoral Researcher for Cornea Chip
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK A00
TRACK LEVEL
FLSA CODE Administrative
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 40
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Full Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
VP AREA Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT 00068 - Mechanical Engineering
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 65,000-70,000
CLOSE DATE 12/31/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
INTRODUCTION
The Kim Laboratory at the University of Utah (Department of Mechanical Engineering and John A. Moran Eye Center) is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and collaborative Postdoctoral Research Fellow. The fellow will lead the biological arm of an NIH-funded project on corneal mechanotransduction in keratoconus. This project sits at the intersection of corneal biology, mechanobiology, and organ-on-chip engineering, and builds on the laboratory’s recent work on curvature-dependent regulation of corneal stromal cells (Nature Communications, 2025).
The successful candidate will generate and validate CRISPR/Cas9 knockout corneal stromal cell lines. They will also study how curvature and mechanical load regulate corneal cell behavior in hydraulically controlled organ-chip platforms, and identify the mechanotransduction pathways underlying keratoconus progression. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Vision Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong track record of first-author publications.
This role requires hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and core molecular and imaging techniques such as qPCR, Western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and confocal microscopy. A solid understanding of mechanotransduction signaling, including YAP/TAZ, cytoskeletal remodeling, and ECM regulation, is essential. The preferred candidate will also bring experience with corneal or ocular cell culture, 3D or microfluidic culture systems, and RNA-seq or quantitative image analysis.
Responsibilities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you meet the minimum qualifications of the position as specified in the job posting?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Resume
Cover Letter
* List of References
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
OPEN DATE 10/29/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN46629B
JOB TITLE Post Doc Res Assoc
WORKING TITLE Postdoctoral Researcher for Cornea Chip
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK A00
TRACK LEVEL
FLSA CODE Administrative
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 40
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Full Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
VP AREA Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT 00068 - Mechanical Engineering
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 65,000-70,000
CLOSE DATE 12/31/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Research Engineer
Frame your credentials for PERM qualification
PERM requires the job to genuinely need your specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree. Document your research specialization clearly so your credentials align tightly with the employer's minimum requirements listed on the ETA Form 9089.
Target labs with established immigration infrastructure
National labs, R&D-heavy tech firms, and university-affiliated research centers file PERM petitions far more frequently than early-stage startups. Prioritize employers who have sponsored foreign Research Engineers before, since a first-time sponsor adds months of internal legal setup.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Research Engineer roles by employers with active green card filing history, so you're not applying to positions where sponsorship is theoretical rather than established practice.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offer must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV wages for Research Engineer roles before signing, since PERM approval depends on the employer paying at or above that threshold.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If your priority date is current, your employer can file the I-140 immigrant petition and your I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously, cutting months off your wait. Confirm whether your prospective employer's immigration counsel is set up to handle concurrent filing from day one.
Preserve your O*NET profile as a qualification anchor
USCIS evaluates whether your role meets specialty occupation standards, and Research Engineer maps to specific O*NET codes that document the required degree fields. Keep a copy of the O*NET profile for your specific role to support any Request for Evidence response during I-140 adjudication.
Green Card Research Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Engineer role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Research Engineer positions qualify for EB-2 when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, or when you have a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressively responsible experience in a specialized research area. Roles requiring only a bachelor's degree typically fall under EB-3. The employer's stated minimum requirements on the PERM labor certification determine which category applies, so the job description wording matters significantly.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Research Engineers?
The H-1B visa is a temporary three-year work visa, subject to annual lottery selection and renewal limits. Employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent immigration process with no lottery and no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires a DOL-supervised recruitment process that typically adds six to twelve months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition, whereas H-1B processing can be completed in weeks with premium processing.
What is the PERM recruitment process, and how does it affect Research Engineers specifically?
Before filing PERM, your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign and document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. For Research Engineer positions, this typically includes journal advertisements, campus postings, and internal job listings. The employer must prove the role's requirements are genuinely tied to business necessity, and any overly specific or unusual requirements can trigger DOL audit. Your qualifications should align exactly with the stated minimums to avoid complications.
How do I find Research Engineer jobs where employers are genuinely willing to sponsor a green card?
Sponsorship willingness varies widely even among large employers with immigration programs. Use Migrate Mate to search Research Engineer openings filtered by employers with verified green card filing histories, so you're targeting positions where PERM sponsorship is an established process rather than a case-by-case negotiation. Approaching an employer who has sponsored similar roles before reduces your risk of a delayed or withdrawn sponsorship offer.
Can I switch Research Engineer jobs after my employer files the PERM petition?
Changing employers after PERM is filed but before the I-140 is approved typically means starting the entire PERM process over with the new employer. Once your I-140 is approved and you've held that priority date for at least 180 days, federal law may allow you to port to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification without losing your place in the green card queue. Confirm with your immigration attorney before accepting any new offer.