Postdoctoral Research Associate - Fan Lab
Morgridge Institute for Research · morgridge.org
MadisonOn-siteEntry level
The job in short
Postdoctoral research on macrophage and neutrophil metabolism.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-04-22
- Location as listed
- Madison, WI, US
- Role
- Research Scientist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Description
The Fan lab at Morgridge Institute for Research and University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to study the metabolism of macrophages and neutrophils. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team investigating the dynamic metabolic regulation during immune cell activation and how metabolic pathways influence immune cell function.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and conduct experiments to characterize metabolic remodeling coupled to immune response and mechanistically investigate metabolism-function connections in macrophages and neutrophils
• Employ cellular, molecular, and biochemical approaches, including genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9), metabolomics and isotopic tracing, immune function essays, transcriptomic analyses etc.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and prepare manuscripts and presentations.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to ongoing lab projects.
• Potentially mentor junior graduate or undergraduate trainees as needed.
Requirements
• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology or a related field (completed or near completion).
• Strong background in immunology and cell metabolism preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in some of the relevant areas including molecular biology, immune cell function profiling, genetics, or omics-based techniques.
• Familiarity to establish mouse model for inflammatory conditions is a plus
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities.
• Scientific rigor and critical thinking skills
• Record of scholarly productivity with peer-reviewed publications.
To apply, please submit the following materials via our website:
• Cover letter describing your research experience and career goals
• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Start date is flexible, with Fall 2026 preferred.
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