Postdoc: Stem Cell Disease Modeling & Precision Medicine

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 69,073 - 77,030; Full time

Job summary

The Innovative Genomics Institute at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Advanced Translational Genetics Lab. The role focuses on stem cell disease modeling and precision medicine using iPSCs, CRISPR screening, and AI-driven data analyses.

Responsibilities include leading genome engineering projects, performing high-throughput sequencing and imaging, and mentoring students while contributing to grant proposals and manuscripts.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree; required by start date.
• Strong publication record and writing skills.
• Experience with stem cell biology and disease modeling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead genome engineering and differentiation of iPSCs into disease-relevant cell types.
• Design and execute CRISPR screens and validate models.
• Develop computational pipelines for multi-omics data and AI analyses.
• Mentor students and present findings at conferences.

Skills

Genome engineering

CRISPR screening

Multi-omics

AI modeling

Mentorship

Education

PhD in cell biology, genetics, genomics, or related field

Tools

NGS sequencing

PCR

Lentiviral production

Job description

The Innovative Genomics Institute at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Advanced Translational Genetics Lab. The role focuses on stem cell disease modeling and precision medicine using iPSCs, CRISPR screening, and AI-driven data analyses.

Responsibilities include leading genome engineering projects, performing high-throughput sequencing and imaging, and mentoring students while contributing to grant proposals and manuscripts.