Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Ren Lab

8am - 5pm

A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the last five years.

(Note this position is for 2 postdocs)

The employee will have earned a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the official start date and is expected to exercise independent scientific judgment daily. They will evaluate incoming information, including experimental data, field observations, written literature, and oral communications, to determine the strategic steps needed to advance the project.

The Xiaojun Ren Lab investigates how gene activity is modulated through DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs, with a primary focus on higher-order chromatin architecture. We were among the first to establish phase separation as a fundamental mechanism governing the spatial organization of epigenetic information. To dissect these processes, we pioneered live-cell single-molecule tracking to quantify epigenetic dynamics in real time. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates high-resolution imaging with cutting-edge genomics ( CUT& RUN, Micro-C, Hi-C), proteomics, and CRISPR/Cas9 engineering to address the most pressing questions in chromatin biology.

The candidate MUST have experience in basic molecular biology techniques (such as molecular cloning, western blotting, qPCR, etc.) and cell culture. Experience in advanced imaging technologies and genomic approaches is preferred. If the candidate lacks experience with advanced imaging technologies and genomic approaches, they will be trained as needed.

* To develop further the research skills required for their independent work, in preparation for an academic or research career

* Lead projects on epigenetic mechanisms and genome organization

* Publish their work in peer-reviewed journals

* Present their work in national and international conferences

* Write mentored and independent grants

* Mentor junior trainees in the lab.

* The appointee was recently awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D.);

* The appointment is temporary;

* The appointment involves substantially full-time research or scholarship;

* The appointment is viewed as preparatory for a full-time academic and/or research career;

* The appointee works under the supervision of a faculty member; and

* The appointee has freedom and is expected to publish the results of his or her research or scholarship during the period of appointment.

Applicants looking to graduate with their PhD/MD within the 2025 year are welcome to apply.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree.

The candidate chosen for this position will be subject to a criminal background check.

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