Postdoc Scientist: Liver Cancer & Regeneration

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the lab of Dr. Sungjin Ko in Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology.

The role focuses on liver cancer and regeneration using in vitro stem cell models and in vivo mouse models under an NIH-funded project. The successful candidate will explore epithelial plasticity, cholangiocarcinoma mechanisms, and novel biomarkers, with strong emphasis on independent research, collaboration, and scholarly

Qualifications

• PhD in biology or a related field.
• Experience with animal models and cancer biology.
• Strong communication and writing skills, evidenced by publications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct research within the NIH-funded project, including liver cancer and regeneration using iPSC/stem cell culture and mouse models.
• Maintain accurate lab records and data management to support reproducibility and compliance.
• Support daily laboratory operations and mouse colony coordination, and ensure quality control of cell culture systems.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Cancer biology

Animal models

RNA-seq analysis

Organoid culture

CRISPR-based approaches

Bioinformatics

iPSC culture

Communication skills

Education

PhD in biology or related field

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the lab of Dr. Sungjin Ko in Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology.

The role focuses on liver cancer and regeneration using in vitro stem cell models and in vivo mouse models under an NIH-funded project. The successful candidate will explore epithelial plasticity, cholangiocarcinoma mechanisms, and novel biomarkers, with strong emphasis on independent research, collaboration, and scholarly