Postdoctoral Position in Developmental Mechanobiology: The Rowland Institute at Harvard is seeking a curious and imaginative Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team. This role will focus on investigating fundamental mechanisms of developmental biology, particularly the cellular and molecular processes that drive the pseudostratified architecture found in epithelial tissues.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Developmental Biology, Mechanobiology |
| Location | Rowland Institute at Harvard, Cambridge, MA |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields |
| Basic Qualifications | Strong background in cell biology, various types of fluorescent imaging, and organoid culture; experience with model organisms is a plus. Excellent problem-solving, communication, mentoring, and teamwork skills are required. |
Job Description
As a postdoctoral fellow, you will be responsible for conducting independent research on the mechanobiology of the nucleus in pseudostratified epithelial architecture, exploring its role in tissue behavior. Responsibilities will include:
- Use of advanced live imaging and genetic manipulations
- Computational modeling
- Mentoring junior team members
- Publishing findings in high-impact journals
- Presenting at international conferences
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams within and outside the lab
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research (SOP) highlighting past experiences relevant to the role and research ideas aligned with the lab’s direction
- List of Publications
Applications can be sent to:
Contact:
Purnati Khuntia
Rowland Institute at Harvard
52 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Email: purnati_khuntia@fas.harvard.edu
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
