24 Postdoctoral Fellowship at Indiana University (IU), Bloomington, United States
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Are you a PhD graduate eager to take the next leap in your academic journey? Look no further! Indiana University (IU), Bloomington, United States invites online applications for prestigious Postdoctoral Fellowships across a wide range of research fields. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to propel your career forward.
Candidates interested in Postdoctoral Fellowships can check the details and may apply as soon as possible.
(01) Postdoctoral Fellowship Position
Postdoc summary/title:–Postdoctoral Fellow in Otolaryngology
Dr. Xue Yuan in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine is recruiting a highly motivated and creative post-doctoral fellow to join the team. The lab conducts innovative research on stem cells and cancer stem cells, with current and future projects focusing on: Head and neck cancer, cancer stem cells, and stem cell malignant transformation Immune cell and epithelial stem cell interactions in wound healing and post-healing tissue remodeling Diabetic wound healing and inflammatory modulation of the stem cell niche. The ideal candidate will have recently completed a PhD in a relevant field such as cell biology, cancer biology, or immunology, have a solid background in molecular biology, genetics, and microscopy, and a demonstrated publication record. Experience with mouse models and bioinformatics is desirable.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Otolaryngology
We are seeking a team-oriented and motivated post-doctoral fellow to join the lab of Dr. Bo Zhao, at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) to study the underlying molecular mechanisms of auditory perception and deafness. More information on our current research interests and the lab can be found at: https://medicine.iu.edu/faculty-labs/zhao
The successful applicant will employ biochemistry, immunohistochemistry and/or mouse genetics approaches to identify molecules and pathways that regulate the morphogenesis and functions of cochlear hair cells, the primary receptors for sound in the inner ear.
We are particularly looking for a highly motivated and creative candidate with a Ph.D. degree in cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or a closely related field. Individuals with a strong methodological background in molecular biology, biochemistry, mouse genetics or microscope imaging are highly encouraged to apply. The candidate must also have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and writing skills.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Stem Biology (Otolaryngology Dept)
We are looking for a motivated and creative post-doctoral fellow to join the 3D Stem Cell Biology Research Lab (https://www.hashinolab.com) and study normal and pathological development of the human inner ear using stem cell-derived organoids as a model system (Koehler et al., Nature 2013; Koehler et al., Nature Biotechnology 2017; Nie et al., Nature Communications 2022; Moore et al., Cell Stem Cell 2023). We recently developed a human cochlear organoid system that recapitulates aspects of outer and inner hair cell development. Using this novel model system, we aim at elucidating the mechanisms underlying hair cell differentiation and identifying means to promote hair cell regeneration in the human cochlea. We are also developing a human cochlear–hindbrain assembloid system to study auditory neural circuity development. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in biomedical sciences. Funding is available for supporting this position for up to 5 years. The start date is flexible.
The Hashino lab is a highly collaborative group of scientists with diverse research backgrounds ranging from chemical engineering to stem cell biology, neuroscience and molecular biology. We conduct team-based science, while fostering independence and creative approaches to addressing fundamental scientific questions.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Stem Biology (Otolaryngology Dept)
We are looking for a motivated and creative post-doctoral fellow to join the 3D Stem Cell Biology Research Lab (https://www.hashinolab.com) and study normal and pathological development of the human inner ear using stem cell-derived organoids as a model system (Koehler et al., Nature 2013; Koehler et al., Nature Biotechnology 2017; Nie et al., Nature Communications 2022; Moore et al., Cell Stem Cell 2023). We recently developed a human cochlear organoid system that recapitulates aspects of outer and inner hair cell development. Using this novel model system, we aim at elucidating the mechanisms underlying hair cell differentiation and identifying means to promote hair cell regeneration in the human cochlea. We are also developing a human cochlear–hindbrain assembloid system to study auditory neural circuity development. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in biomedical sciences. Funding is available for supporting this position for up to 5 years. The start date is flexible.
The Hashino lab is a highly collaborative group of scientists with diverse research backgrounds ranging from chemical engineering to stem cell biology, neuroscience and molecular biology. We conduct team-based science, while fostering independence and creative approaches to addressing fundamental scientific questions.
The experimental approaches we are currently using include: CRISPR genome editing, CUT&RUN/ChIP, scRNA-seq/scATAC-seq, 3D imaging/expansion microscopy, proteomics, hydrogel fabrication/characterization, bioprinting and mathematical modeling.
Postdoc summary/title:– Post Doctoral Fellow in Ophthalmology
A postdoctoral position is now available in the Department of Ophthalmology in the School of Medicine at Indiana University. Our research focus is retinal cell biology with the goal of discovering small molecule therapy for photoreceptor degenerative disorders. To elucidate the disease mechanisms, we genetically dissect the process of photoreceptor morphogenesis and maintenance in vertebrate animals. Our laboratory pioneered real-time imaging of proteins and small molecules within the retina, and takes advantage of state of the art confocal/multiphoton/superresolution microscopy techniques. Our research also heavily depends on the tissue culture system to biochemically study the components required for photoreceptor morphogenesis/maintenance.
The applicant is expected to be highly independent and be capable of designing experiments and conducting hypothesis-based research projects. The candidate should have a strong background in cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry. Knowledge of fluorescence microscopy is favorable, although not necessary. Salary will be commensurate with experience and will adhere to current Indiana School of Medicine guidelines.
A post-doctoral research position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Makram Obeid. The postdoctoral fellow will test research hypotheses in rodent seizure models and cell cultures, primarily utilizing molecular and cell biology techniques. The Obeid lab investigates the mechanisms of seizure emergence and their effects on cognitive and behavioral neurodevelopment in rodent seizure models. Our primary goal is to identify molecular targets for novel treatment strategies. The laboratory employs a variety of molecular techniques, longterm continuous EEG monitoring in rodents, and neurobehavioral testing panels. The postdoctoral fellow is expected to independently plan and conduct experiments under the guidance of the PI, using molecular and cellular biology techniques that include, but are not limited to, cell culture, western blotting, PCR, gene knockdown and overexpression, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry. Laboratory work will involve animal handling and the potential participation in neurobehavioral testing. Work may also involve electrode implantation surgery and EEG recording in rodents (initially semi-independently under the PI’s supervision). The postdoctoral fellow is expected to collect and analyze data, summarize findings, and participate/assist in the preparation of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and possibly grants. The duties also include training lab personal, participating in laboratory and equipment maintenance, ordering supplies as needed, performing literature review, updating research protocols and design, and potentially developing new ideas that serve the research goals set by the PI.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral – Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research (Wei Wu Lab)
Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in Dr. Wei Wu’s laboratory at the Stark Neurosciences Research Institute and Department of Neurological Surgery. The project aims to investigate the potential of a in vivo reprogramming approach to repair the spinal cord from traumatic injury in a rodent model. Specifically, the study will explore whether this approach can activate multiple intrinsic and extrinsic pathways to synergistically provide unique and effective neuroregeneration, ultimately improving motor and sensory functions after spinal cord injury (SCI). The project will employ a wide range of neuroscience techniques, including SCI animal models, in vivo reprogramming, optogenetics, chemogenetics, and electromyography to measure muscle function, transsynaptic neuronal tracing, motor and sensory functional evaluation, pharmacological interventions, and molecular biology and histology.
The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in neuroscience and experience in working with the rodent central nervous system. They should be able to work independently, highly motivated, and enthusiastic. The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for conducting experiments, analyzing data, writing manuscripts, preparing fellowship grants (though salary support is guaranteed), and assisting in mentoring students and technicians. This position offers the opportunity to gain comprehensive research training in post-SCI functional evaluation for pursuing higher academic goals in the future.
The Stark Neurosciences Research Institute and Department of Neurological Surgery provide an outstanding academic environment for gaining training in neuroscience/spinal cord injury research. (https://medicine.iu.edu/research-centers/neurosciences). The position will be available until filled. Salary will be based on NIH scale commensurate with experience and capability. Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF that includes curriculum vitae, personal statement (research experience and interests), and contact information for three references.
A full-time Post-Doctoral Research position is available in the Department of Neurological Surgery to conduct studies on the tumor microenvironment in primary (glioma, medulloblastoma) and secondary brain tumors. We will use replicating retroviral vector (RRV) gene therapies to interrogate treatment efficacy and immune responses in the tumor microenvironment. Our research will also focus on the effects of oxygen tension (hypoxia vs normoxia) on the efficacy of viral therapy, chemotherapy, and immune responses both in vitro and in vivo. We are seeking a self-directed, self-motivated, curious, creative, well-organized candidate with extensive experience in molecular biology, next-generation sequencing techniques, data analysis, and animal handling to join our team.
A full-time Post-Doctoral Research position is available in the Department of Neurological Surgery. The candidate will assist the principal investigator in conducting research on stem cells and pediatric brain tumors, primarily medulloblastoma and ependymomas. Our research is focused on examining the early steps of tumorigenesis from normal neural stem cells to full blown cancer. We will model brain cancer predisposition syndromes such as Gorlin syndrome, neurofibromatosis, MMRD with iPS and neural stem cells. Candidate must be comfortable with stem cell culture techniques and using whole animal models to study tumor formation and progression in order to discern neoplastic mechanisms and possible therapeutic targets. We are seeking a self-directed, self-motivated, curious, creative, well-organized candidate with extensive experience, stem cell and molecular biology, next-generation sequencing techniques, data analysis, and animal handling to join our team.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city, and surrounding suburbs, enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport, being named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Indy: https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation/.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow – Chlamydia Research
The Nelson laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a senior postdoctoral fellow who will investigate the molecular basis of chlamydial tissue and host tropism using emerging molecular genetic approaches. The ideal candidate would have extensive experience in chlamydia cultivation and pathogenesis, chlamydial genetics, and in dissecting the transcriptomics of host cell and intracellular pathogens during infections performed in model systems and in vivo using microarrays, RNA-sequencing and or Single-cell sequencing approaches. The position will be compensated according to NRSA guidelines. Continuation in the position will be contingent upon performance and the availability of funds.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Medicine – Hematology/Oncology
Two postdoctoral positions are immediately available in the research laboratory of Dr. Mateusz Opyrchal at Indiana University School of Medicine. The candidates will work in funded projects with a focus on translational cancer immunology. The recruits will be joining projects in targeted protein degradation and mechano-signaling, and they will have an opportunity to develop independent focus. They will have an opportunity to collaborate with other laboratories at Indiana University Simon Cancer Center, Indiana University and Vera Bradley Breast Cancer Center. With the translational focus, there will be opportunities to direct their research to direct patient applications and treatments. Candidates should have experience in in-vitro and mouse models (xenograft, GEMM, etc). Experience in cancer biology and immunology is preferred.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city, and surrounding suburbs, enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport, being named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Indy: https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Medicine – Hematology/Oncology
The Opyrchal Lab and Masood Lab at Indiana University School of Medicine are currently in need of and co-sponsoring a computational postdoctoral fellow. Highly motivated individuals with a PhD in computer science or bioinformatics are encouraged to apply.
We create statistical, machine learning, and deep learning approaches for the processing of this data, with a major focus on single cell, spatial transcriptomics of solid tumors. This has a variety of data, including cosmic, stereoseq, nanostring, 10X Visium, xenium and 10x single cell data. The ultimate goal is to find new treatment targets and learn more about the genetic abnormalities that underlie cancer.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the nation’s largest concentrations of health sciences companies. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city and surrounding suburbs enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years. For additional informati
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
The Norlander laboratory is searching for a highly motivated individual to fill a postdoctoral fellow position within the laboratory. The laboratory of Dr. Allison E. Norlander is based in the Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology, and Physiology at the Indiana University School of Medicine located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Norlander lab investigates the mechanisms through which selected mediators may augment immune cell dysfunction caused by inflammation in models of hypertension or allergic airway inflammation. The selected candidate will utilize mouse models and primary human immune cells to investigate hypotheses and will be able to work independently. The successful candidate will work well in a team setting and will work closely with Dr. Norlander and members of her laboratory.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in immunology, cardiovascular biology, nephrology, or pulmonology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. Experience with flow cytometry is desired.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Felton lab for highly motivated and talented applicants who are interested in diabetes immunology research. Dr. Felton’s research focuses on understanding mechanisms of immune tolerance in type 1 diabetes in order to develop effective therapeutic interventions. We are specifically interested in interactions between immune cells and the islet microenvironment, the role B lymphocytes in type 1 diabetes pathogenesis, and identifying early biomarkers of disease using relevant in vitro and ex vivo models of mouse and human type 1 diabetes. This research makes extensive use of cell and molecular biology techniques and includes small animal (mouse) handling and dosing.
The Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases is a highly interactive and diverse research environment with a strong history of mentoring and career development of junior scientists. In addition to a rich research environment, the Center and School of Medicine provide numerous scientific seminar series, career development workshops, and the opportunity to interact with a diverse pool of international scientists.
The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
The Herman B. Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness.
With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of the causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
The Gene and Cell Therapy Program at Indiana University’s Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research is seeking to hire a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow with extensive training in one of the following areas: molecular biology, virology, immunology, and gene therapy. Projects include adeno-associated viral (AAV) gene transfer for the treatment of hemophilia or muscular dystrophy, cell therapies, and regulatory T cell engineering, immunology of gene therapy vectors, and tolerance-inducing drug therapies. Candidates should have a track record in life science research. The postdoctoral fellow will be asked to present their findings locally and at national meetings and are expected to generate manuscripts for publication in high-quality scientific journals. For further information, see Blood 129:3184; J Clin Invest 131(8):e142906; Mol Ther 29:2660; EMBO Mol Med 5:1698; Blood 121:2224; Blood 110:1132; Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 103:4592, among other publications.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Biostatistics and Health Data Science
We are seeking multiple highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellows interested in developing and applying novel Bayesian adaptive designs for oncology clinical trials. The ideal individual will have a strong history in coding in R, SASS, and/or Python, Bayesian computing, statistical modeling, and clinical data analysis methods development. Prior knowledge with clinical trial development is a plus. The fellows will work with an interdisciplinary team spanning multiple departments, centers, and institutes with a common goal of creating and evaluating novel statistical designs in clinical research.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to learn and develop new statistical methods and designs in clinical research, write and co-author manuscripts for high-quality peer-reviewed journals, and co-submit grant proposals to secure external funding. In addition, this position will have many opportunities to collaborate with other interesting relevant projects within the Indiana University School of Medicine and MD Anderson Cancer Center.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Seeking a highly-motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Carol Witczak in the Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology at the Indiana University School of Medicine. The goal of the Witczak Lab is to identify the molecular and cellular mechanisms that control skeletal muscle glucose and protein metabolism. The selected candidate will participate in a team working with mouse models of type 2 diabetes or exercise, surgical techniques to alter gene expression or muscle size, radioactive and non-radioactive metabolic tracer studies, as well as a variety of biochemical and molecular biology assays (e.g. immunoblots, PCR, enzyme activity, etc.). The ideal person will be curious, and able to work independently, but also in close consultation with the Principal Investigator as well as other laboratory personnel.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
The Kua Lab focuses to understand mechanisms underlying Developmental Origin of Health and Adult Diseases, focusing on the following disease/organ system context:
1) Mechanisms contributing to islet dysfunction in offspring exposed to maternal obesity
2) Mechanisms by which maternal obesity programs hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell function in offspring exposed to maternal obesity.
3) Human samples to predict onset of gestational diabetes during early gestation.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine (Neurodegenerative Diseases)
The Dementia Laboratory, co-led by Drs. Bernardino Ghetti and Kathy L. Newell of the Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Division of Neuropathology, has immediate full-time openings for one or more outstanding, highly motivated post-doctoral research fellows with special interest in molecular pathology of neurodegeneration related to aging as well as sporadic and genetically-determined dementias and motor neuron diseases. These include Alzheimer’s Disease, Frontotemporal Dementias, Parkinson’s Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Prion Diseases. The faculty of the laboratory are well funded including having been awarded several NIA and NINDS grants, which involve local, national and international collaborations with leading scientists. Research data is published in high impact factor and high quality journals.
This fellowship, provides the opportunity to develop and expand knowledge in the neuropathology of human neurodegenerative diseases using light microscopy, immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy, immunoelectron microscopy, fluorescent multiplex immunohistochemistry, digital spatial profiling, quantitative digital image analysis,and cryo electron microscopy. Additionally, fellows have the opportunity to participate in and develop multidisciplinary projects integrating neuropathology with cutting-edge brain imaging, clinical neurology, protein chemistry, and molecular genetics as well as communicate and collaborate with leading researchers from around the world. Fellows may focus on one or more misfolded proteins and acquire an understanding of co-pathologies of amyloids simultaneously involving a single anatomical system.
The Dementia Laboratory’s focus is on the molecular neuropathology of neurodegenerative diseases. Our aims are to expand our knowledge of the mechanisms of neurodegeneration. Neurodegenerative diseases may first affect language, cognition, motor systems, and emotions. It is necessary to identify the anatomical areas and systems primarily affected. Specifically, we strive to understand the earliest stages of intracellular alterations in the anatomical areas whose function appears to be involved in the earliest clinical symptoms. From there, we follow the progression and spread of the neurodegenerative process to anatomical areas that are synaptically connected to the regions primarily affected. Our efforts help to clarify the architecture of the neurodegenerative process. Neuropathology, biochemistry and molecular genetics aid in elucidating the stages of neurodegeneration in individual anatomical areas through the analysis of diseases studied postmortem on individuals who were at different stages of the disease process at the time of their passing.
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Human Genetics or a related field. The Clinical Laboratory R&D Scientist will serve as an active member of the clinical lab and provide scientific support to ongoing method/assay development and validation for our growing high-complexity CAP-accredited and CLIA-certified diagnostic laboratories. The IUGTL and its core laboratory sections of Molecular Genetics, Cytogenetics, Pharmacogenomics, Diagnostic Genomics and Biochemical Genetics, offer comprehensive genetic testing for the diagnosis of new disorders and the ongoing management of disease, and support research efforts for faculty both inside and outside of IU School of Medicine.
The ideal candidate will have experience with both analytical wet-bench techniques and tertiary analysis (interpretation, filtering, and annotation of variant calls) associated with diagnostic genetic testing, primarily using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) but extending to molecular cytogenetics methods. In this role, the Clinical Laboratory R&D Scientist will prepare validation plans, participate in assay development, draft standard operating procedures, analyze and interpret clinical data, guide decision making or troubleshooting of processes, and maintain appropriate documentation according to the required scientific and regulatory standards. Under the supervision of the IUGTL directors, this role will also assist with research projects that report new gene discovery, variant reclassification and lead or contribute to scientific publications. Candidates with expertise or interest in clinical laboratory diagnostics and next-generation sequencing (NGS) are particularly encouraged to apply.
The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking applicants at the Postdoctoral Fellow level to work in the area of genetic epidemiology. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Tae-Hwi Schwantes-An whose lab focuses on cardiometabolic diseases such as alcohol-related liver disease, metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver diseases, and pulmonary arterial hypertension. Additionally, the candidate will have access to Indiana Biobank, a 50,000 participant cohort with genetic and linked electronic health records dataset. We are interested in candidates with expertise in genetic epidemiology, quantitative genetics, qualitative genetics and experiences in multi-omics data such as RNASeq and metabolites.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in the fundamental mechanisms of metabolic diseases, particularly diabetes and/or obesity, and will demonstrate expertise in mouse models, cell cultures, and a variety of molecular, histological, and biochemical methodologies, including RNA extraction from limited cell samples. Proficiency in diabetes research, evidenced by first-author publications during graduate school or postdoctoral research, is requested. Salary will adhere to NIH postdoctoral guidelines, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Postdoc summary/title:– Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatrics
A postdoctoral fellow position (all levels) is immediately available in Dr. Tran’s lab for highly motivated and talented applicants who are interested in understanding the mechanisms of blood disorders and developing therapeutic approaches for such diseases. The successful candidate will perform research in the NIH-funded project aiming to understand the mechanism of Fanconi Anemia and develop gene therapy using the CRISPR/Cas9 system. This project will closely collaborate with Dr. Reuben Kapur, director of the Wells Center for Pediatric Research.
This research extensively uses cell and molecular biology techniques including mouse handling. Candidates with experience in mouse models in hematopoiesis/hematological malignancies and multi-channel flow cytometry will be very competitive, but not required. The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research is a highly interactive and diverse research environment with a strong history of mentoring and career development of junior scientists. In addition to a rich research environment, the Center and School of Medicine provide numerous scientific seminar series, career development workshops, and the opportunity to interact with a diverse pool of international scientists.
The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 200 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.
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