RESEARCH FELLOW

RESEARCH FELLOW

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

An NIH-funded Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available immediately in the Department of Pathology at the University of Michigan Medical School, a top-tier research institution. Our group investigates the epigenetic, biochemical and cellular mechanisms underlying acute myeloid and lymphoid leukemia, with a focus on characterization of epigenetic protein complex regulation and biochemistry, leukemia modeling in mice, genome-wide epigenetic alterations in disease, cell biology and transcriptomics. Current projects explore the biochemical regulation of epigenetic complexes regulating self renewal gene programs in normal and diseased cells, uncovering novel mechanisms regulating pro-leukemic gene programs to identify potential therapeutic targets, and examining anti-tumor activity associated with targeting epigenetic regulators in mouse models. 

Responsibilities*

Lead independent and collaborative projects investigating epigenetic mechanisms in AML.

Design and conduct experiments using murine models, immunological assays (flow cytometry, IFA, ELISA), molecular biology approaches (qPCR, transcriptomics, ChIP-seq, CRISPR, ATAC) and biochemical assays (IP/WB, chromatography, PTM, FP, etc.).

Analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts, and present findings at national and international conferences.

Required Qualifications*

PhD (or equivalent) in cancer biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field.

Strong background in cancer biology, epigenetics and transcriptional regulation.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications*

Preferred but not required: expertise in bioinformatics (e.g., R/Python)

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.