UNIV - Post Doctoral Fellow- Regenerative Medicine & Cell Biology

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to study digestive diseases using animal models and human pluripotent stem cell‑derived organoids. The position offers access to DDRCC and COBRE cores, with priority to recent PhD graduates from outside MUSC.

The lab seeks a self‑motivated scientist with strong publications and a passion for stem cell biology. The successful candidate will design experiments, maintain records, and train graduate students,

Qualifications

• Recent PhD with peer‑reviewed publications.
• Expertise in cell biology and morphogenesis.
• Interest in establishing an independent research program in developmental and stem cell biology.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments relevant to the project under PI supervision.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Assist with daily maintenance of laboratory.
• Assist in training graduate students and other personnel.
• Draft manuscripts and present work at conferences.
• Develop research grant proposals with PI and seek NIH/other funding.

Skills

Cell biology

Morphogenesis

Independent research

Education

PhD

Job description

Job Description Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Jorge Múnera in the Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology is looking for a postdoctoral fellow to study digestive diseases using animal models and human pluripotent stem cell derived small intestinal and colonic organoids. The Múnera lab is part of the established NIH funded Digestive Disease Research Core Center (DDRCC). In addition, the lab is also part of the MUSC Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) in Digestive & Liver Disease (CDLD) which is funded through the National Institutes of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). We are seeking a highly self-motivated applicant with a strong interest in stem cell research. The postdoctoral fellow will have access to multiple DDRCC and COBRE cores. Qualified applicants will have a recent PhD with peer-reviewed research publications, a demonstrated expertise in cell biology, morphogenesis and a keen interest to establish an independent research program in developmental and stem cell biology. Recent PhD graduates from institutions outside of MUSC will be given priority.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001060 COM REG MED Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

• Essential duty (35%): To develop and conduct, research in consultation with, and under the supervision of, the PI. Individual will be responsible for the design and implementation of experiments relevant to their project.
• Essential duty (10%): To maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory records.
• Essential duty (10%): To assist with daily maintenance of laboratory
• Essential duty (15%): To assist in training of graduate students and other laboratory personnel.
• Essential duty (15%): To draft manuscripts for publication in reputable peer-reviewed scientific journals and to present work at local, national and/or international conferences.
• Essential duty (15%): To work closely with PI on developing research grant proposals for the laboratory and to apply for postdoctoral fellowship awards from the NIH, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, and/or from other internal or external sources of funding

Contact

Interested applicants can contact Dr. Múnera directly [e-mail].

Additional Information

For more information about the DDRCC and COBRE please visit:

https://medicine.musc.edu/digestive-disease-research-center

https://medicine.musc.edu/cobre-digestive-liver-disease

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Additional Info

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Equal Opportunity

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