Postdoctoral Fellow: Epigenetics & Gut Microbiome Research

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist to join the Alenghat lab in Cincinnati, Ohio, focusing on epigenetics and host-microbe interactions. Ideal candidates should possess a PhD/MD or equivalent, with expertise in molecular biology, mouse handling, and intestinal physiology/mucosal immunology. Responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, and presenting research findings.

This position offers opportunities for mentorship, independent research development, and participation in Cincinnati Children’s training sessions to ensure compliance. Candidates with experience in bioinformatics and gnotobiotics are particularly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Recent Ph.D. candidates encouraged to apply with a focus on epigenetics and host-microbe interactions.
• Experience with laboratory techniques, data analysis, and quality checks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills to become an independent scientist.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments, analyze data.
• Present research findings at meetings and collaborate with faculty.
• Write and edit scientific reports and papers.
• Participate in training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Molecular biology

Mouse handling

Intestinal physiology

Mucosal immunology

Bioinformatics

Gnotobiotics

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist to join the Alenghat lab in Cincinnati, Ohio, focusing on epigenetics and host-microbe interactions. Ideal candidates should possess a PhD/MD or equivalent, with expertise in molecular biology, mouse handling, and intestinal physiology/mucosal immunology. Responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, and presenting research findings.

This position offers opportunities for mentorship, independent research development, and participation in Cincinnati Children’s training sessions to ensure compliance. Candidates with experience in bioinformatics and gnotobiotics are particularly encouraged to apply.