Postdoc: Mitochondrial Biology & Cellular Metabolism

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to lead new research projects in mitochondrial biology. The role involves independent experimentation, collaboration, and mentoring within a highly collaborative lab environment.

The successful candidate will work with mouse models and advanced omics to understand mitochondrial maintenance, bioenergetics, and cellular resilience, contributing to the lab's overall research themes and publication output.

Qualifications

• PhD in biology or related field.
• Demonstrated research in mitochondrial biology.
• At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Strong experimental and analytical skills in molecular/cellular biology.
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments.

Responsibilities

• Lead new research projects in mitochondrial biology.
• Work with mouse models and mammalian systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines and mentor junior scientists.
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments to advance project goals.

Skills

Mitochondrial biology

Experimental design

Molecular biology

Data analysis (R/Python)

Education

PhD in Biology/Biochemistry/Cell Biology/Physiology/Neuroscience

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Proteomics

Metabolomics

Job description

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to lead new research projects in mitochondrial biology. The role involves independent experimentation, collaboration, and mentoring within a highly collaborative lab environment.

The successful candidate will work with mouse models and advanced omics to understand mitochondrial maintenance, bioenergetics, and cellular resilience, contributing to the lab's overall research themes and publication output.