Postdoc: Reproductive Calcium Signaling & Imaging

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Fissore Lab, within Veterinary & Animal Sciences. The role focuses on signaling mechanisms underlying mammalian fertilization, especially calcium store refilling and egg activation, using patch-clamp, calcium imaging, and advanced microscopy.

The successful candidate will design and perform experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts and conferences, within a collaborative

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant life science field.
• Strong background in cellular/molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with live-cell imaging and calcium imaging methodologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrophysiology, confocal microscopy, or fluorescence microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments using patch-clamp electrophysiology, live-cell calcium imaging, and confocal microscopy.
• Perform molecular and biochemical analyses including immunofluorescence, western blotting, and gene expression studies.
• Visualize and quantify calcium dynamics in gametes and early embryos.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and presentations at conferences.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Mentor junior researchers and support training environment.
• Maintain detailed records and ensure safety and ethical compliance.

Skills

Experimental design

Cell biology techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Developmental/Reproductive Biology, Neurobiology, or related fields

Tools

Patch-clamp electrophysiology

Confocal microscopy

Live-cell calcium imaging

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Fissore Lab, within Veterinary & Animal Sciences. The role focuses on signaling mechanisms underlying mammalian fertilization, especially calcium store refilling and egg activation, using patch-clamp, calcium imaging, and advanced microscopy.

The successful candidate will design and perform experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts and conferences, within a collaborative