Postdoc: Regenerative GI Epithelium Research

C001 Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ); Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) seeks a postdoctoral fellow for the Engevik Lab to study gastrointestinal epithelial cell biology. The candidate should show independence, strong initiative, and excellent communication skills, with experience in microscopy and omics analyses.

The role includes training students, drafting manuscripts, and collaborating on grant proposals to NIH and other sources. The lab emphasizes mentorship and scientific leadership.

Qualifications

• Creative candidates with strong background in gut physiology, cell biology, microscopy and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience performing analyses related to various omics techniques such as RNAseq is a plus.
• Ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students and demonstrate scientific initiative.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct research in consultation with, and under the supervision of Dr. Engevik.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory records and data in MUSC documentation.
• Assist in training of graduate students and other laboratory personnel; mentor at least 2 graduate students.

Skills

Gut physiology

Cell biology

Microscopy

Verbal and written communication

Mentoring

Tools

RNA-Seq analysis

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) seeks a postdoctoral fellow for the Engevik Lab to study gastrointestinal epithelial cell biology. The candidate should show independence, strong initiative, and excellent communication skills, with experience in microscopy and omics analyses.

The role includes training students, drafting manuscripts, and collaborating on grant proposals to NIH and other sources. The lab emphasizes mentorship and scientific leadership.