Postdoctoral Appointee

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A research university in Indianapolis is searching for a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to engage in basic and translational research focused on the neuromusculoskeletal consequences of cancer and its treatments. The role involves developing novel research methods, conducting experiments, and managing the lab. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in neuromuscular physiology or cancer biology. Excellent communication skills and readiness to handle mice are necessary. This position offers a collaborative and advanced training environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience in neuromuscular physiology or cancer biology.
• Willingness to handle mice.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel research methods.
• Conduct experiments using in vitro and in vivo approaches.
• Manage the lab and train personnel.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Data analysis and statistical software

Knowledge of mammalian cell culture

Cell biology techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Ability to handle rodents

Excellent documentation skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

PhD in biomedical sciences, cancer biology, or muscle physiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Prism

Job description

Position Summary

Title: Postdoctoral Fellow

Department: IUSM - Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology, Campus IU School of Medicine, Indianapolis

The laboratory of Dr. Joshua Huot in the Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology at the Indiana University School of Medicine is searching for a motivated postdoctoral appointee to take part in basic and translational research focused on the neuromusculoskeletal consequences of cancer and its treatments (i.e., cachexia). Ongoing projects emphasize inter‑organ communication (liver–muscle–bone) as a mediator of cachexia and mechanisms underlying muscle weakness during cancer survivorship. These studies are funded by multiple sources, including NIH/NCI and the American Cancer Society. The laboratory uses state‑of‑the‑art technologies and tissue‑specific mutant mouse models to investigate the underlying triggers of cancer‑induced neuromuscular dysfunction and musculoskeletal waste. The projects are highly collaborative and multidisciplinary with excellent opportunities for advanced training and scientific development.

• Develop novel research methods.
• Conduct experiments using in vitro and in vivo approaches.
• Perform project planning, data interpretation, authorship of presentations and publications.
• Manage the lab and train personnel.
• Foster and facilitate grant submissions and attend scientific meetings.
• Explore new project areas and collaborations.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum Education: PhD in a relevant field (e.g., biomedical sciences, cancer biology, muscle physiology).
• Minimum Experience: Experience in neuromuscular physiology or cancer biology, and experience characterizing mouse models. Willingness to handle mice.
• Preferred: Experience in bone and liver biology or willingness to develop an interest in inter‑organ crosstalk.
• Required skills: Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Prism (or other data analysis and statistical software); extensive knowledge and prior work with mammalian cell culture, cell biology and basic molecular biology techniques; comfortable with handling rodents; independent and team‑oriented; highly organized with acute attention to detail; excellent documentation, verbal and written communication skills.

Department Contact for Questions

Dr. Joshua Huot <[e-mail]>