Epigenetics & Microbiome Postdoc Fellow

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a postdoctoral scientist in the Alenghat lab to study epigenetics, host-microbe interactions, and intestinal mucosal biology. The ideal candidate has strong molecular biology skills, mouse handling experience, and interest in translational mucosal immunology.

Applicants with bioinformatics or gnotobiotics experience are encouraged to apply. The role involves independent project planning, data analysis, and collaboration with clinical

Qualifications

• PhD/MD or equivalent required.
• Experience with molecular biology and mouse handling.
• Background in intestinal physiology/mucosal immunology is desired.
• Bioinformatics and/or gnotobiotics experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and record lab experiments and analyze data to inform future studies.
• Develop and refine protocols, ensuring accuracy and reproducibility.
• Present research findings at meetings and seminars.
• Draft scientific reports, papers, and grant proposals.
• Maintain currency in the field through literature and seminars.

Skills

Molecular biology

Mouse handling

Immunology

Bioinformatics

Gnotobiotics

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a postdoctoral scientist in the Alenghat lab to study epigenetics, host-microbe interactions, and intestinal mucosal biology. The ideal candidate has strong molecular biology skills, mouse handling experience, and interest in translational mucosal immunology.

Applicants with bioinformatics or gnotobiotics experience are encouraged to apply. The role involves independent project planning, data analysis, and collaboration with clinical