Postdoctoral Fellow | Mitochondria-Immune: The West Lab at The Jackson Laboratory is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to lead a research program on the study of mitochondrial genome instability and its effects on immune responses in the melanoma tumor microenvironment.The candidate will help us understand mitochondria’s role in immune response and inflammation and investigate how mitochondria and the immune system communicate in disease and aging.The research will involve multidisciplinary approaches, employing cell biology, immunology, and physiology, along with cutting-edge techniques such as engineered mouse models, single-cell multi-omics, super-resolution imaging, and CRISPR-based cellular tools.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Mitochondria-Immune Crosstalk in Cancer
Location: Bar Harbor, Maine
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field of study
- Strong training background in molecular biology, cell biology, and in vivo mouse models
- Experience in cell culture, flow cytometry, and single-cell technologies are particularly preferred
- At least one 1st author publication record in a peer-reviewed journal
- Excellent writing and communication skills, able to work independently and effectively in a productive team
Job Description:
- Lead a collaborative research program investigating mitochondrial genome instability and its impact on immune responses in the melanoma tumor microenvironment
- Study mitochondria as central regulators of innate immune and inflammatory responses
- Explore the contribution of mitochondria-immune crosstalk to disease and aging
- Utilize cutting-edge techniques including engineered mouse models, single-cell multi-omics, super-resolution imaging, and CRISPR-based cellular tools
- Participate in JAX’s postdoctoral training program for professional development
- Access numerous workshops and courses for skill enhancement
- Contribute to grant/fellowship writing and mentoring activities
- Independently pursue research goals and contribute to the JAX Scholars Program
How to Apply: Please submit the following documents at the time of application:
- Current CV
- Three letters of reference
- 1-page (maximum) statement of Research Interests and Career Goals
Last Date for Apply: Please refer to the job requisition id JR003307 for the specific closing date.
About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center. With nearly 3,000 employees across various locations in the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan, and China, JAX’s mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and support the global biomedical community in the quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to advance the understanding of human disease. The institution focuses on developing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging, and heart disease. JAX integrates basic research with clinical application, educates scientists, and provides critical data, tools, and services to the global biomedical community.
For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
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