Postdoc, Endometrial Genomics & Spatial Transcriptomics

Michigan State University(MSU); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University’s Burns Laboratory in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to study molecular mechanisms of endometrial function and endometriosis.

The role covers experiments from molecular biology to spatial transcriptomics and single-cell genomics, with data generation, analysis, and manuscript preparation supported by the PI and team.

Qualifications

• Conduct laboratory-based experiments using molecular and cellular biology techniques
• Include RNA isolation, library preparation, and gene expression analyses
• Engage with spatial transcriptomics and sequencing-based workflows

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments with human tissue samples and in vitro models
• Maintain accurate experimental records
• Analyze and interpret data with the research team
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and presentations
• Mentor students and junior lab members
• Coordinate with collaborators and core facilities

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

RNA isolation

Spatial transcriptomics

Single-cell genomics

Data analysis

Mentoring trainees

Job description

Michigan State University’s Burns Laboratory in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to study molecular mechanisms of endometrial function and endometriosis.

The role covers experiments from molecular biology to spatial transcriptomics and single-cell genomics, with data generation, analysis, and manuscript preparation supported by the PI and team.