Opening
Graduate and Postdoctoral Opportunities in Biomaterials Research at McGill University
The Biomaterials Engineering Lab at McGill University is seeking motivated graduate students and postdoctoral associates to join our team. Our research lies at the interface between Mechanics, Materials, and Biomedical Engineering, where we integrate solid mechanics, material chemistry, and tissue engineering approaches to develop advanced biomaterials that address critical challenges in medicine and engineering.
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all lab members feel valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, races, genders, abilities, and experiences, and are looking for team members who share our commitment to cultivating a supportive and engaging research space.
Our lab offers several exciting, well-funded projects in collaboration with leading researchers in the field, including:
(1) Design, Mechanics, and Application of Bioadhesives based on biological cells and bacteria;
(2) Advanced Fabrication of Hydrogels and Bioadhesives, with a focus on ultrasound printing;
(3) Wearable Sensors for long-term health monitoring;
(4) Tissue Repair and Regeneration, with a focus on intervertebral disc and hemostasis.
Graduate applicants are encouraged to apply to the PhD/MS programs (2025 Winter/Fall admission) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at McGill University. Please email jianyu.li@mcgill.ca with your CV, transcripts, and a brief statement of your background and research interests. While we value your interest, please note that responses to all inquiries may not be possible due to the high volume of applications.
About Prof. Jianyu Li: Prof. Jianyu Li is a Canada Research Chair and an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with an associate membership in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at McGill University. He completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Harvard University under Profs. Joost Vlassak and Zhigang Suo, followed by postdoctoral research with Prof. David Mooney at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University. His work has been published in high-impact journals, including Science, Nature Review Materials, Advanced Materials, and PNAS, and has been featured in global media outlets such as BBC, CBC, and The Washington Post. His students have collected a number of scholarships and recognitions, including Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship, NSERC Postdoctoral Scholarship, FRQNT Relève étoile Award, Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering (CSME) Gold Medal, and more.
Why McGill? McGill University, located in Montreal, is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world (#27, QS World 2024). It ranks #18 globally in Medicine and #38 in Mechanical Engineering. Montreal itself is one of the world's most livable cities, and Canada is ranked the most livable country by the Economist Intelligence Unit.
Full financial support will be provided. You are also welcome to check the potential scholarship opportunities below.
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