Postdoctoral Position at MIT: The Galloway Lab (Chemical Engineering) and the Voigt Lab (Biological Engineering) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are jointly seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for a collaborative project focused on engineering human cells. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of synthetic biology and cell engineering, combining expertise in synthetic circuits, programmable genome engineering, and human cell systems.
Postdoctoral Position at MIT – Human Genome Engineering
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Synthetic Biology, Human Genome Engineering |
| Location | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Boston, MA, USA |
| Eligibility | PhD in engineering, Chemical/Biological Sciences, or related field |
| Preferred Expertise | Molecular Cloning, Mammalian Tissue Culture, Genome Engineering with hiPSCs, Molecular Biology, Microscopy |
| Application Deadline | Not specified (Apply promptly) |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Human Genome Engineering
- Synthetic Biology
- Mammalian Cell Engineering
Location
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Eligibility/Qualification
Required:
- PhD in Bioengineering, Chemical/Biological Sciences, or a related discipline
- Proven expertise in mammalian cell engineering
- US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or already in the US with a valid visa
- Ability to start in Boston by September 2025
- No prior full postdoctoral appointment (short stays in PhD lab acceptable)
Preferred Expertise:
- Molecular Cloning
- Mammalian Tissue Culture
- Genome Engineering (including work with human induced pluripotent stem cells – hiPSCs)
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
Job Description
The selected candidate will work in a collaborative environment between the Galloway Lab (developing synthetic circuits that modify DNA topology to influence cell fate) and the Voigt Lab (designing large-scale genetic circuits and programmable genome engineering platforms).
The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing genetic tools and cell systems to advance human cell engineering research. Candidates will gain training and experience at the intersection of chemical engineering, biological engineering, and synthetic biology.
How to Apply
Send the following materials via email to katiegal@mit.edu with the subject line: “Postdoctoral Position”
- Cover letter (brief motivation, goals)
- CV including contact information for 3 references (or have letters sent directly)
- 1–3 representative publications
Last Date to Apply
Until position filled
