Postdoc — Experimental Functional Genomics & Molecular Genetics

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in Experimental Functional Genomics and Molecular Genetics to join the Azaiez-Booth Laboratory in Indianapolis, IN. The successful candidate will lead experimental functional genomics projects and develop high-throughput assays to study the functional consequences of human genetic variation.

The role emphasizes experimental problem solving, assay development, and collaboration with researchers in human

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree by start of appointment.
• Experience with mouse models is required for this position.
• Strong hands-on molecular biology skills and ability to design experiments.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental functional genomics projects.
• Develop high-throughput and gene-specific assay approaches.
• Characterize variants affecting RNA splicing, gene expression, or protein function.
• Perform molecular cloning, genome editing, and cell-based assays.
• Integrate functional data with human genetic and clinical observations.
• Publish findings and present at scientific meetings.

Skills

Molecular cloning

RNA biology

Mammalian cell culture

Next-generation sequencing

Variant interpretation

High-throughput assays

Education

PhD in genetics or related field

Tools

CRISPR genome editing

Massively parallel assays

Job description

Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in Experimental Functional Genomics and Molecular Genetics to join the Azaiez-Booth Laboratory in Indianapolis, IN. The successful candidate will lead experimental functional genomics projects and develop high-throughput assays to study the functional consequences of human genetic variation.

The role emphasizes experimental problem solving, assay development, and collaboration with researchers in human