About Drexel University
Drexel University has achieved national recognition in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, retaining its designation as an “R1 Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity.” Drexel is one of 146 institutions out of approximately 3,900 to receive this prestigious classification, indicating the highest level of research activity. Notably, Drexel is one of only 39 private universities to earn the distinction.
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College of Medicine:
Drexel University College of Medicine represents the consolidation of two venerable medical schools with rich and intertwined histories: Hahnemann Medical College and Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania. Established in 1848 and 1850, respectively, they were two of the earliest medical colleges in the United States, and Woman's was the first degree-granting medical school for women in the world. Today, our innovation includes exploring technological advances in medicine while remembering that behind each disease is a person who deserves compassion and respect.
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Today, with more than 1,100 medical students, Drexel University College of Medicine is educating 1 in every 80 medical students in the nation. Graduate students number nearly 900. In addition, there are 2,900 full-time, part-time, and volunteer faculty.
The College has established one of the largest centers for spinal cord research in the mid-Atlantic region, and founded one of the leading centers for malaria study in the nation. Collaborative projects leveraging Drexel University's technological expertise push the frontiers of nanomedicine and neuroengineering. Many research programs take advantage of cross-campus expertise, with notable collaborations between our College faculty – both basic scientists and clinicians – and Drexel faculty in engineering or biomedical engineering.
The College has established one of the largest centers for spinal cord research in the mid-Atlantic region, and founded one of the leading centers for malaria study in the nation. Collaborative projects leveraging Drexel University's technological expertise push the frontiers of nanomedicine and neuroengineering. Many research programs take advantage of cross-campus expertise, with notable collaborations between our College faculty – both basic scientists and clinicians – and Drexel faculty in engineering or biomedical engineering.
School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems:
Our School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, located in University City neighborhood, was founded in 1961 as the United States' first Biomedical Engineering and Science Institute. Drexel BIOMED has pushed the boundaries of science and technology for half a century. Founded on the excellent basic research at Drexel BIOMED, our teaching, translational research, and service activities are focused on achieving clinical and industrial relevance, thus creating the educational experiences that prepare our students for emerging biomedical challenges. We have been recognized as a model of interdisciplinary collaboration within Drexel University, where breaking down the barriers between fields is a strategic priority as the institution forges ahead to become "One University." Likewise, our primary translational research partner, the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation, has identified Drexel BIOMED as a global best practice in moving discoveries from the laboratory to patients.
Our research areas include: Bioinformatics and Computational Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Biomechanics, Cardiovascular Engineering, and Drug Delivery.
Our research areas include: Bioinformatics and Computational Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Biomechanics, Cardiovascular Engineering, and Drug Delivery.
College of Nursing and Health Profession:
The College of Nursing and Health Professions has more than a century long history of educating nurses and health professionals. Since 2002, the College has embraced the practical ingenuity of Drexel through the refinement and development of more than 25 undergraduate and graduate nursing and health professions programs characterized by the integration of learning and work through cooperative education, a culture of excellence, innovation and technology infusion, research and deep civic engagement. The College has grown to include more than 5,000 students, 200 full-time faculty and 104 staff. The College uniquely prepares clinicians to practice and lead in a rapidly changing healthcare system
Department of Biology:
The Department of Biology at Drexel Univsersity features state-of-the-art facilities, hands-on career and research experiences, and renowned faculty at the forefront of cellular and molecular biology, genomics and more. The Department of Biology is home to a dynamic group of researchers who are leaders in the fields of Cell and molecular biology, Biochemistry, Genomics , Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Research, STEM education, and more.
Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health
Social inequalities in health remain a major challenge for societies around the globe. Dornsife is committed to understanding the drivers of health disparities, investigating the possible interventions to reduce those disparities, and working with partners to eliminate them. Our school views social justice as critical to population health.
All of Dornsife's public health research has a community component to it. Co-created research projects result in co-created solutions to public health problems that are ultimately more sustainable and have more community investment.
All of Dornsife's public health research has a community component to it. Co-created research projects result in co-created solutions to public health problems that are ultimately more sustainable and have more community investment.
Why train at Drexel?
The Drexel Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development is committed to the highest standards of integrity in fulfilling its mission to prepare the next generation of research leaders by advancing the research training and mentoring of each postdoc. Working in collaboration with postdocs, faculty, administrators, and external entities, we create a culture of enhanced personal growth and professional development to benefit teaching, scholarship, and innovation at Drexel University and the global scientific community. Under the leadership of Dr. Natalie Chernets, the Office serves Drexel’sDrexel's postdocs from all disciplines. and prepares them for diverse careers.
Our postdocs are full time employees, and as such are eligible for full benefits, including our retirement match. Read more on our HR benefits page.
Our postdocs are full time employees, and as such are eligible for full benefits, including our retirement match. Read more on our HR benefits page.
How to Apply to Postdoc Positions at Drexel University College of Medicine
All postdoc positions are listed at https://careers.drexel.edu/en-us/listing/. Postdocs at Drexel are considered Professional Staff and are eligible for full benefits, including our retirement match. Read more on our HR benefits page.
Need more information?
Learn more about training at Drexel University College of Medicine.
Questions? Email Natalie Chernets, Ph.D., Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, at natalie.chernets@drexel.edu
Questions? Email Natalie Chernets, Ph.D., Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, at natalie.chernets@drexel.edu
