POSTDOCTORAL POSITION – McDermott Lab
Posted on September 22nd, 2025
Developmental and RNA biology of protozoan pathogens
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist with interests in molecular mechanisms of RNA processing and their roles in the development of Trypanosomatid pathogens. The project will use a combination of complementary genetic, molecular, cellular, protein structure/function, and informatic methods. Responsibilities include literature review, experimental design and performing experiments, data analysis, and preparation of reports and manuscripts. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in cellular and molecular biology, especially with respect to protozoan pathogens, and expertise in basic cell and molecular biological techniques. The ideal candidate will be independent, motivated and hard-working. Strong written and verbal communication skills, the abilities to establish clear goals, organize and prioritize research, work with a diverse and collaborative team, and thrive within a multi-disciplinary environment are critical.
The PI is committed to trainees’ career development and will provide opportunities for the successful candidate to compete for fellowships, high-profile publications, and academic awards.
Interested applicants should provide a cover letter detailing their scientific achievements, goals, and a description of their interest, in addition to a curriculum vitae that indicates their education, experience, and qualifications. A Ph.D. or equivalent biomedical degree in cell and molecular biology and/or microbiology, experience in molecular analyses and a strong understanding of cellular processes are required.
The research is conducted in the highly interactive Seattle research environment that includes the closely located University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle Children’s Research Institute and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and is carried out in collaboration with other labs both in Seattle and nationwide.
Please apply via the Institute’s career webpage (Careers - Seattle Children's) or email [email protected].
https://careers.seattlechildrens.org/us/en/job/SEASCHUSR2512563EXTERNALENUS/Postdoctoral-Fellow-McDermott-Lab
Required Education and Experience
Doctorate degree (PhD/DVM/MD) in specialty area from an accredited university training program. Experience using basic research techniques of specialty area.
Required Credentials
N/A.
Preferred
Previous experience conducting research in the pediatric arena. Experience in protocol and manuscript development and in grant writing.
Compensation Range
$77,968.80 - $116,937.60 per year
Salary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
Benefits Information
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
As one of the nation's top five pediatric research centers, Seattle Children's Research Institute is dedicated to providing hope, care, and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.
Our investigators are involved in hundreds of projects that cover every phase of research, from studying how diseases work to improving investigational therapies. They have pioneered groundbreaking cystic fibrosis treatments and cutting-edge cancer therapies that help a child's immune system defeat cancer, and made other major contributions to pediatric medicine.
Researchers work in close collaboration with one another, their colleagues at partner institutions including the University of Washington and Fred Hutch and our healthcare providers at Seattle Children's Hospital, one of U.S. News & World Report’s top children's hospitals. This collaboration is one of our key strengths, allowing our faculty to draw on a variety of disciplines and techniques as they pursue solutions to some of medicine's most complex problems.
We are committed to not only treating disease but to eliminating it. Help us achieve our vision of being a worldwide leader in pediatric research aimed to improve the health and well-being of children. If you are interested in a challenging career aimed at groundbreaking research, Seattle Children's Research Institute is the place for you.
Our Commitment
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer. |
Looking for 1 - 2 Highly Motivated Postdoctoral Fellows
Posted on September 16th, 2025
Dr. Yanzhong Yang laboratory in the Department of Cancer Genetics and Epigenetics at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope Cancer Center is looking for 1 - 2 highly motivated postdoctoral fellows to studying transcriptional regulation and RNA metabolism in normal development and human diseases, such as neurological disorder, immunology, and cancer. In particular, the Yang lab utilizes biochemistry, molecular biology, CRISPR-based genomic screen, single-cell transcriptomics, and genetically modified mouse models to investigate the role of protein arginine methylation in the regulation of chromatin biology, RNA splicing, and RNA modification in mammalian cells.
The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in biochemistry, molecular biology and cell biology. Skills in common RNA biology, epigenetics, and mouse models are preferred. The candidate should be self-motivated, with a proven track record of productivity.
Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:
- PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or related area.
- Strong interest in basic and translational research. Strong work ethic, meticulous and detail-oriented record keeping habits.
- Evidence of productivity reflected in first author publications in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to conduct independent research, and work effectively in a team.
Preferred experience and skills:
- Experience in handling mouse models.
- Experience in neuroscience or immune oncology.
Additional Information:
Please include your CV, a list of three references, and a summary of research interest to Yanzhong Yang, email: [email protected] |
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Junior Group Leaders at the Helmholtz Institute of RNA-based Infection Research
Posted on September 15th, 2025
The Helmholtz Institute for RNA-based Infection Research (HIRI) in Würzburg, Germany, is offering two Junior Group Leader Positions (f/m/d) in the field of RNA-Biology, RNA-Technology or RNA-Medicine. The positions are to be staffed at the earliest possible date.
The HIRI combines ribonucleic acid (RNA) research with infection biology. Based on novel findings from our strong basic research program, our long-term goal is to develop innovative therapeutic approaches to better diagnose and treat human infections. More information at www.helmholtz-hiri.de.
Your area of responsibility:
- Cutting-edge research in the emerging fields of RNA biology (including microbes, phages, eukaryotic viruses and the immune response of infected hosts), RNA technologies (such as single-cell RNA sequencing, CRISPR-Cas and other RNA-programmable protein complexes, visualization of RNA localization in the cell, RNA modifications) or RNA medicine (with a focus on RNA as a target, effector or guide molecule, including antisense oligonucleotides, therapeutic mRNA and CRISPR-Cas-based therapies). In the latter case, close cooperation with the International Graduate Program, RNAmed – Future Leaders in RNA-Based Medicine (www.rnamed.de), is expected.
- Promotion of young scientists
- Acquisition of third-party funding
- Participation in academic self-administration
Your qualification profile:
- Applicants should have a completed university degree in biology, (bio)chemistry, molecular biology, human medicine or a comparable discipline, as well as an outstanding doctoral degree in life sciences, natural sciences or medicine
- Applicants should be at an early stage in their scientific career (no more than four years should have elapsed between obtaining the doctoral degree and the application deadline; in the field of medicine, no more than seven years should have elapsed; the date on the doctoral certificate is decisive)
- A research profile of international standing and a strong publication record given career stage
- A comprehensive understanding of laboratory techniques and workflows in molecular biology
- A strong interest in and enthusiasm for RNA-based infection research
- Understanding of modern RNA techniques (e.g. single-cell RNA sequencing)
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Results-oriented and responsible work style with a high degree of initiative
- A "can do" attitude and the ability to develop creative solutions
- High degree of diligence, reliability and commitment
What we offer:
- Attractive personnel and financial resources for the junior research group
- Support for a subsequent application for a Junior Professorship (W1) at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Würzburg
- An attractive, future-oriented research institute with an international environment at the Medical Campus Würzburg
- State-of-the-art infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies
- Flexible working hours, part-time models and home office options
- A corporate culture of appreciation and promotion of equal opportunities
- Extensive training and continuing education opportunities to develop professional knowledge and personal skills
- A family office to support family and career as well as childcare options
- Interesting additional public service benefits
- Option of an additional employer subsidy for the job ticket (for the use of public transport)
People with severe disabilities and equivalent professional qualifications who are suitable for the position are given preference. In order to protect your rights, we ask you to provide us with a clearly recognizable reference to the existence of a degree of severe disability in your cover letter or resume.
The position is suitable for part-time work.
| Starting date: |
As soon as possible. The contract will initially run for 6 years. |
| Salary: |
E 15 TVöD Bund |
| Working time: |
39 hours per week |
| Place of work: |
Würzburg, Germany |
| Probation period: |
6 months |
| Published: |
September 15, 2025 |
| Closing date: |
October 31, 2025 |
Further information on the positions advertised is available on request from the founding director of HIRI, Professor Jörg Vogel, phone +49 931 31 82575, email: [email protected].
https://www.helmholtz-hiri.de/en/about/team/detail/person/joerg-vogel/
How to apply:
When sending us your application documents, please confirm that you have read our privacy policy and that you agree to the processing of your personal data. Please use the text module in our privacy policy (https://www.helmholtz-hzi.de/en/data-privacy#c5877) for this purpose. Without these declarations we cannot consider or process your application and will immediately delete any application documents already received after the application deadline.
Please submit your application in English. This should include a cover letter, CV, certificates, a list of your publications, a description of your planned research project (up to two pages long), and contact details of academic reference persons who can provide an assessment of you. Please refrain from sending a photo.
Please send your complete application, quoting the reference number 089/2025, to the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research GmbH, Human Resources Department, Inhoffenstr. 7, 38124 Braunschweig, Germany or by e-mail: [email protected]. If you send your application in electronic form, provide all together in one single (1) pdf document.
We look forward to receiving your application! |
Associate Professor of Molecular Genetics
Posted on September 9th, 2025
Position Overview
The Department of Molecular Genetics in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate Professor level. Investigators addressing fundamentally important biological questions in any area of Molecular Genetics are encouraged to apply.
Performance Objectives
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Maintain an active research program in their area of expertise
- Support our commitment to excellence in teaching of a diverse student body at undergraduate and graduate levels and in mentoring trainees at all levels
- Engage in service activities
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: PhD and/or MD degree, or equivalent; an active and funded research program; teaching/mentoring experience. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values (see below). Candidates must have an established record of research as an independent investigator consistent with appointment with tenure.
Desired: Record of extramural funding; strong track record as a mentor; experience with interdisciplinary and/or collaborative research; established record of excellence in classroom teaching.
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Associate-Professor_R136723-1]. Application period closes October 15, 2025. Inquiries may be directed to Samantha Bragg ([email protected]). Application materials submitted in Workday must include:
- Attachment 1: Cover Letter: Summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity (up to 2 pages).
- Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
- Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past accomplishments, current work, and future plans (up to 2 pages).
- Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: Summary of your approaches, experience, and philosophy for teaching, learning, and mentoring (up to 2 pages).
Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be asked to provide three letters of reference.
The College
With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.
Department Information
The Department of Molecular Genetics (https://molgen.osu.edu/) includes over thirty faculty investigating diverse biological questions spanning molecules to systems. Research efforts are supported by state-of-the art infrastructure in the Department and across campus in specialized core facilities. Molecular Genetics faculty collaborate within the Department and with faculty from other departments and colleges and are active members of campus-wide focal groups, including the Center for RNA Biology and the NCI-designated James Comprehensive Cancer Center. The university is also home to the Arabidopsis Biological Resource Center, a central seed and plasmid repository that preserves, amplifies, and distributes these stocks to the worldwide research and education community.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position. |
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