Postdoctoral Scientist: Aging & Tissue Microenvironment

HHMI; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Mentorship opportunities

Access to core facilities

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

HHMI is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Martens lab at the University of California, San Francisco. The role focuses on aging biology, extracellular matrix, cellular signaling, and multi-omics approaches to uncover mechanisms of tissue aging.

The lab combines mouse genetics, advanced imaging, and single-cell/spatial technologies. The position offers collaborative mentorship, access to core facilities at UCSF, and strong support for fellowships and career development, within HHMI’s

Qualifications

• A strong publication record demonstrating scientific creativity, technical excellence, and scientific rigor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A commitment to scientific integrity, mentorship, and a positive laboratory culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead independent research projects.
• Design, execute, and interpret rigorous experiments.
• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, seminars, and international conferences.
• Publish in leading scientific journals.
• Pursue fellowship and career development opportunities.
• Mentor graduate students and other trainees.
• Contribute to a collaborative, rigorous, and supportive laboratory culture.

Skills

Publication record

Communication skills

Independence & collaboration

Mentorship commitment

Education

PhD/MD-PhD or equivalent

Job description

HHMI is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Martens lab at the University of California, San Francisco. The role focuses on aging biology, extracellular matrix, cellular signaling, and multi-omics approaches to uncover mechanisms of tissue aging.

The lab combines mouse genetics, advanced imaging, and single-cell/spatial technologies. The position offers collaborative mentorship, access to core facilities at UCSF, and strong support for fellowships and career development, within HHMI’s