Postdoc: Stem Cell Genome Editing & DNA Damage Response

Versiti; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Versiti Blood Research Institute is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the biology of human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells, focusing on genome editing effects on DNA damage responses and cell-cycle regulation. The role involves mechanistic studies using primary CD34+ cells and genome editing approaches in hematopoietic models.

The fellow will lead projects, develop experimental strategies, interpret results, and contribute to publications and collaborations within a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, hematology, stem cell biology, or related field.
• Strong research background in mitosis, chromosome biology, DNA damage responses, cell-cycle regulation, or stem cell biology.
• Demonstrated ability to design and carry out independent research.
• Peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques and quantitative analysis.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct hypothesis-driven research in human HSPCs and related model systems.
• Investigate mechanisms of cell-cycle regulation, DNA damage responses, mitotic signaling, and chromosome integrity.
• Use molecular biology, genome editing, flow cytometry, and fluorescence microscopy to address biological questions.
• Analyze and interpret experimental results and develop follow-up studies.
• Prepare manuscripts and present research at scientific meetings.
• Participate in collaborative projects and contribute to the training of junior laboratory members.

Skills

Independent research

Peer-reviewed publications

Strong communication skills

Laboratory techniques in molecular bi

Quantitative analysis

Education

Ph.D. in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, hematology, stem cell biology, or a related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

Fluorescence microscopy

CRISPR-based genome editing

Job description

Versiti Blood Research Institute is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the biology of human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells, focusing on genome editing effects on DNA damage responses and cell-cycle regulation. The role involves mechanistic studies using primary CD34+ cells and genome editing approaches in hematopoietic models.

The fellow will lead projects, develop experimental strategies, interpret results, and contribute to publications and collaborations within a