Post Doc

Tribonet; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tang Laboratory at UMass Chan Medical School seeks highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellows to join an interdisciplinary team developing RNA-based therapeutics for skin diseases.

The role focuses on advancing oligonucleotide technologies, RNA biology, and drug delivery, with opportunities across dermatology and translational medicine. Successful candidates will collaborate with experts across departments and contribute to scientific independence and career development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D./M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree required in relevant biomedical fields.
• Demonstrated research experience in RNA biology or therapeutics.
• Experience with drug delivery systems and skin biology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research on RNA-based therapeutics for dermatological diseases.
• Develop and evaluate oligonucleotide platforms for topical/systemic delivery to skin.
• Collaborate with dermatology and RNA Therapeutics Institute teams to translate findings.

Skills

RNA therapeutics

Drug delivery

Skin biology

Bioengineering

Education

Ph.D./M.D. or equivalent in biomedical sciences or related field

Job description

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Who is it for

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

Postdoctoral Fellow Position Available — RNA Therapeutics for Dermatological Diseases

The Tang Laboratory at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School is seeking highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Fellows to join our interdisciplinary team developing innovative RNA-based therapeutics for skin diseases.

Our laboratory is focused on advancing next-generation oligonucleotide technologies to address unmet medical needs in dermatology. We combine principles of RNA biology, biomedical engineering, drug delivery, and skin biology to develop transformative therapeutic strategies, including siRNA, antisense oligonucleotides, and other RNA-based modalities. Our research aims to understand disease mechanisms in the skin and translate rationally designed oligonucleotide therapies from discovery toward clinical applications.

Research Areas Include

• Engineering novel oligonucleotide platforms for topical and systemic delivery to skin tissues
• Developing RNA-based therapeutics for inflammatory and autoimmune skin disorders
• Investigating molecular mechanisms underlying skin health and disease
• Discovering new RNA regulatory pathways relevant to dermatological conditions

We Are Seeking Candidates With

• A Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical sciences, molecular biology, pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineering, immunology, RNA biology, or related fields

Strong research experience in one or more of the following areas:

• RNA biology and therapeutics
• Drug delivery systems
• Skin biology, immunology, or disease models
• Bioengineering or related disciplines

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment at the intersection of basic discovery, therapeutic innovation, and translational medicine, with access to expertise across the Department of Dermatology and the RNA Therapeutics Institute.

The Tang Laboratory is committed to fostering scientific independence, career development, and the training of future leaders in biomedical research.

The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.