Summary
A collaborative postdoctoral opportunity is available at MIT across the Galloway, Voigt, and Birnbaum Labs. The position focuses on engineering human cells and addressing key challenges in genome engineering. This role offers an exciting interdisciplinary environment at the intersection of synthetic biology, DNA circuit design, and immune cell engineering.
Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Synthetic Biology & Immune Cell Engineering – MIT
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Institution | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) |
| Research Area | Synthetic Biology, Genome Engineering, Immune Cell Engineering |
| Location | Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA |
| Eligibility | PhD in relevant field |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | Not specified (Open until filled) |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Synthetic Biology
- Genome Engineering
- DNA Circuit Design
- Immune Cell Engineering
- Mammalian Cell Engineering
Location
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Eligibility / Qualification
- PhD in bioengineering, chemical sciences, biological sciences, or a closely related field
- Proven expertise in eukaryotic cell engineering (preference for mammalian systems)
Preferred Expertise
- Molecular cloning techniques
- Mammalian tissue culture and primary cell work
- Background in immunology
- Molecular biology and microscopy skills
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on a collaborative research project involving multiple labs at MIT. The role focuses on:
- Engineering human cells for advanced biological applications
- Designing and implementing DNA-based circuits
- Tackling challenges in genome engineering
- Contributing to interdisciplinary research in synthetic biology and immunoengineering
The position provides a highly collaborative and innovative research environment with opportunities to work across leading laboratories.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents via email:
📧 Email: katiegal@mit.edu
📌 Subject Line: Postdoctoral Position: Immune cell engineering
Required Documents
- Cover letter (brief statement of motivation and research goals)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including 1–3 references (or reference letters sent separately)
- 1–3 representative research papers
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
