molluscan cell biology PostDoc positions and fellowships

This postdoctoral fellowship in the Holford Laboratory at Harvard University focuses on developing novel molluscan cell lines and organoid systems to study cephalopod and conoidean venom glands and venom gene families. The fellow will establish long-term molluscan cell culture, optimize culture media, apply molecular and genomic techniques, utilize gene-editing approaches, and conduct imaging, transcriptomic, proteomic, and functional analyses. Collaboration across biology, engineering, and translational research is expected, along with mentoring graduate students and preparing manuscripts and grant applications.

The Holford Laboratory at Harvard University seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to pioneer the development of novel molluscan cell lines and organoid systems for marine invertebrate biology, environmental adaptation, and biotechnology applications. The fellow will establish long-term molluscan cell culture, derive organoids from tissues and stem cells, and formulate specialized culture media. Using molecular, cellular, genomic, and gene-editing techniques, the fellow will characterize cell identity, differentiation, and function, while conducting imaging, transcriptomic, proteomic, and functional analyses. The role also involves collaboration across biology, engineering, and translational teams, mentoring graduate students and junior staff, and preparing manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications focused on cephalopod and conoidean venom glands and venom gene families.

The Postdoctoral Associate will work in the Department of Medicine-Division of Nephrology & Hypertension at Stony Brook University under the supervision of Dr. Chelsea Estrada. The research focuses on investigating mechanisms of glomerular endothelial injury in the kidney using in vitro and in vivo models. The successful candidate will conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, assist in manuscript and grant preparation, and maintain laboratory operations. This full-time position requires a doctoral degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a closely related field, along with experience in molecular biology, cell culture, and animal handling. Preferred qualifications include expertise in kidney biology, endothelial cell biology, mouse colony maintenance, manuscript preparation, and scientific data analysis software. The position offers visa sponsorship and is subject to the policies of the Research Foundation of SUNY.

The University of Miami seeks a Post Doctoral Associate to conduct research in cardiovascular biology, heart failure, and regenerative medicine at their Interdisciplinary Stem Cell Institute. The role involves independent research, molecular assays, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and mentoring under supervision.

A postdoctoral associate position in cardiovascular research at Baylor College of Medicine seeks candidates with an MD or Ph.D. in basic or health sciences to investigate heart disease mechanisms, conduct experiments, manage lab animals, and contribute to publications. The role offers a stipend aligned with NIH guidelines and requires onsite work in Houston, TX.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate in Translational Myeloma Research at the University of Oxford will support the Oxford Translational Myeloma Centre’s portfolio of translational and pre‑clinical studies. The role focuses on generating next‑generation single‑cell and spatial transcriptomic, epigenomic and proteomic data, collecting biomarker samples, and performing computational analyses of the bone marrow microenvironment and stromal cell biology in myeloma. The postholder will work under the supervision of Professor Oppermann, collaborate with clinical, academic and industry partners, and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, trial clinics and service development for advanced therapies. This fixed‑term, part‑time (40% FTE) position offers a competitive NHS salary range, extensive benefits, and the opportunity to develop expertise in cutting‑edge haematology research.

This PhD fellowship in Glial Biology at the Center for Translational Neuromedicine, University of Copenhagen, invites candidates to investigate how healthy and diseased glial cells compete in the brain, using human glial progenitors derived from embryonic stem cells transplanted into mouse models. The project combines cutting‑edge single‑cell RNA‑Seq, scATAC‑Seq, spatial transcriptomics, and high‑resolution histology to elucidate mechanisms of glial rejuvenation and replacement strategies for neurodegenerative disease treatment. Successful applicants will work under the supervision of Professor Steven Goldman in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and international collaborations.

This PhD position at ETH Zurich focuses on developing synthetic biology-inspired human therapies through engineering human cells using synthetic gene circuits and biosensing platforms. The research targets cancer, metabolic, neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and infectious diseases, aiming to create programmable cellular implants for therapeutic applications.

This PhD scholarship at the University of Surrey investigates the role of the SET/PP2A protein complex in haematopoietic and leukemic stem cells, aiming to uncover new therapeutic targets for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). The project integrates molecular biology techniques, cell culture, flow cytometry, and animal models to elucidate how SET overexpression drives leukemic stem cell clonogenicity and poor survival. Funded by a UKRI standard stipend of £21,805 per year, the successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr Maria Teresa Esposito and Dr Lisiane Meira within the Faculties of Health and Medical Sciences, Immunology and Oncology. Applicants should hold an excellent honours degree and a master’s in a relevant life science, with prior research experience advantageous. The position commences 1 October 2026, with applications due 12 July 2026.

The Sendoel lab at the Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Zurich, seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to advance translational control studies in cancer using cutting‑edge single‑cell ribosome profiling. The ERC‑funded project aims to develop new experimental and computational methods, investigate stem cell behavior in tumorigenesis, and mentor graduate students. Candidates should hold a PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, or a related field, with strong RNA biology expertise and at least one relevant publication.