Postdoctoral Fellow — Epigenetics & Gut Microbiome Research

Cincinnati Children's; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s invites applications for a postdoctoral scientist in the Immunobiology department. The project focuses on epigenetics, host-microbe interactions, and the intestine, studying how microbiota influence mucosal and metabolic homeostasis and related diseases.

Ideal candidates have a PhD, experience in molecular biology, mouse handling, and intestinal physiology, with bioinformatics or gnotobiotics desirable. The lab offers mentorship and access to core facilities.

Qualifications

• PhD/MD or equivalent required.
• Experience in molecular biology and animal handling preferred.
• Candidates with experience in intestinal physiology/mucosal immunology are encouraged to apply.
• Bioinformatics and/or gnotobiotics experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments and analyze data.
• Develop skills to become an independent scientist.
• Present research at meetings and prepare scientific reports.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and lab safety.

Skills

Molecular biology

Mouse handling

Intestinal physiology

Mucosal immunology

Bioinformatics

Gnotobiotics

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Tools

Bioinformatics

Gnotobiotics

Job description

Cincinnati Children’s invites applications for a postdoctoral scientist in the Immunobiology department. The project focuses on epigenetics, host-microbe interactions, and the intestine, studying how microbiota influence mucosal and metabolic homeostasis and related diseases.

Ideal candidates have a PhD, experience in molecular biology, mouse handling, and intestinal physiology, with bioinformatics or gnotobiotics desirable. The lab offers mentorship and access to core facilities.