Opening Positions
Our research is highly interdisciplinary and we have open positions for researchers who have interests and expertise in engineering, biochemistry, or a related area. We look for passionate and ambitious postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates. Please send emails to Dr. Zhao(kzzhao@ucdavis.edu). Read below if you are interested in joining and working in the Zhao Lab.
Postdocs
We are currently looking for a postdoc who has interest in engineering viral nanoparticle based cancer immunotherapies. Applicants who have experience and expertise in protein engineering, nanoparticles, cancer immunotherapy, viral nanotechnology, or closely related areas are highly encouraged to apply. Please send a CV, contact information for three references, a cover letter detailing previous research experience, research interest, how your previous training could benefit the lab, and what exciting projects and directions you would like to pursue, and career goals to Dr. Zhao(kzzhao@ucdavis.edu).
Ph.D. and Master Students
We have one or two openings for Ph.D. students and several positions for Master students. We currently accept candidates from the Chemical Engineering program at the University of California, Davis. Please submit your application directly to UC Davis Chemical Engineering and list Dr. Zhao as your preferred advisor to get flagged for his review. Be sure to mention why you are interested in joining the lab and how this aligns with your long term goals. You could also reach out to Dr. Zhao to schedule virtual interviews. If you are a graduate student from another department looking for a rotation please contact Dr. Zhao directly.
Undergraduates
We have several opening positions for Undergraduates. Please send Dr. Zhao an email including your CV, previous research experience, and a letter detailing why you want to join the lab, your career goals, goals for research, and estimated time (hr/week) and duration (months-years) you expect to spend.
Research Technicians
We have one position for research technician. Please send Dr. Zhao an email including your CV, previous research experience and technical skills, and a letter detailing why you want to join the lab, your career goals.