The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Industry: Higher Education
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

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How to Apply

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

**Job Summary**

One NIH-funded postdoctoral fellow positions is available to study mechanisms of HIV persistence Dr. Collins? lab in the Department of Internal Medicine University of Michigan Medical School. NIH-funded projects include:

-  Development of strategies to promote immune clearance.

-  Identification of sources of persistent virus.

-  Single cell analysis of in vivo viral reservoirs and in vitro models of latency.

-  The innate immune response to HIV and mechanisms of immune evasion.

The successful candidate will join a well-established team of diverse researchers and will have the opportunity to develop independent research projects. Previous postdoctoral fellows trained in the laboratory have become independent faculty members at research universities, senior scientists in pharmaceutical companies and leaders in government agencies.

Responsibilities*

Full time independent research with attendance at lab meeting and one on one meetings. Fellows will be expected to apply for funding opportunities for which they are eligible.

Required Qualifications*

-  Must be pursuing advanced scientific or scholarly training, which may be in a clinical setting but is outside of the traditional clinical service and does not involve direct patient care.

- Highly motivated candidates with a Ph.D. and first author publication (s) in virology, immunology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or genetics journals are encouraged to apply.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience in virology would be particularly helpful.

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

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

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.

Additional Information

The Collins laboratory is located in a large institution offering state-of-the-art equipment and core facilities.

**Please Refer To Our Recent Publications At**

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/kathleen.collins.2/bibliography/40721596/public/

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Our Impact

The University of Michigan provides research and educational opportunities to over 45,000 students. The University of Michigan is ranked 1st overall in research volume among U.S. public universities and 1st overall in research dollars in 2020 for both the Departments of Anesthesiology and Surgery. Its Health System was ranked 11th in the most recent United States News and World Report Honor Roll. The University of Michigan's state-of-the-art facilities consist of over 1.6 million square feet of laboratory space, housing thousands of University of Michigan Medical School faculty, fellows, students, and staff.

Michigan Medicine at the University of Michigan is consistently ranked as among the nation's top medical centers for patient care, safety, and research. The 884-bed medical center currently employs 2,700 faculty, cares for ~48,000 inpatients per year and provides approximately 2.3 million clinic visits and 54,000 surgeries per year. Data for research is extracted from our electronic health record (EHR) data and numerous other data sources into our Research Data Warehouse (RDW), a secure and compliant research database. Within the RDW, data for over four million unique patients are stored, including >374 million lab results, >155 million diagnoses, >62 million procedures, >17 million medication orders and a repository for waveform data recorded by continuous physiologic monitors with operating rooms and intensive care units.

The Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) opened in 2007 and was ranked as #14 in Adult Cardiology & Heart Surgery Hospitals by US News & World Report in its most recent rankings. The FCVC helps lead the nation in all forms of research on the heart and blood vessels and the diseases that affect them. Millions of dollars in research funding support a wide variety of projects and programs that break new ground in basic understanding of the cardiovascular system and in the delivery of care to patients nationwide. The FCVC research teams are world leaders in their fields and work in four main areas: basic and translational research, clinical research, health services and outcomes research, and multidisciplinary programs.

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**

The Research Fellow position is housed within the Department of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Michigan and is supported by a T32 Surgeon Scientist Training Grant through the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI). This exciting program is designed to support research education for cardiac, thoracic, or general surgery residents. The program will offer laboratory and clinical/health services research training in pediatric or cardiac surgery. Our distinguished and extramurally funded preceptors' laboratories span the full translational continuum from basic mechanistic work through preclinical and clinical/health services research. Mentored research experiences will be complemented by appropriate formal education, with trainees having the opportunity to receive a Master of Science degree in Health Services. Our proposed Core Program will provide trainees with rigorous scientific and biostatical training and expanded knowledge beyond their oftentimes narrow research focus to ensure successful academic career progression. Laboratory-based research training follows a project-oriented approach with careful mentoring by trainee preceptors. Trainees will be selected competitively by the program's Research Committee.

This training program will be embedded within the rich research environment of the University of Michigan, including a highly collegial and interdisciplinary cardiovascular research community, excellent core resources for biomedical research, and strong resources for clinical and health services research. The latter includes a very strong School of Public Health, a Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) program, and the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, the largest academic health services research program in the USA. Individual mentors will be responsible for 1) guiding their trainees in generating research proposals, 2) supervising trainee work, and 3) evaluating trainee performance. Additional mentoring will be provided to each trainee by a discipline-specific committees and general oversight by the Steering Committee. Prior trainees by mentors involved in this program have been extremely successful in proceeding to productive academic careers in both basic or clinical/health services research.

Required Qualifications*

The surgeon-scientist residency research fellow position means a post-graduate research residency position which:

- Shall be a graduate of an accredited medical school and currently enrolled in a surgical residency program.

- Shall remain in excellent academic standing with permission from Program Director and Chairman to apply for a dedicated research fellowship.

- Shall be the equivalent to a full-time position comprising of no less than forty hours per week.

- Shall be completed in 24-month time frame as structured by usual fellowship standards, starting July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028, and so forth.

- Shall exceed the minimum standards required by a residency review committee in the specialty the research fellow has trained or is currently training.

- Shall be filled by a surgical research fellow who will receive formalized instruction in basic or outcomes research, including biostatistics, research ethics, grant writing and regulatory guidelines.

- Shall be supervised by a sponsor-mentor who is a member of the research team with experience as Principal Investigator and who remains current with Michigan Medicine research policy and procedures.

- Shall be filled by a research fellow who is a United States citizen, national or permanent resident of the United States a graduate of medical school and currently enrolled in a surgical residency program.

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Michigan Medicine, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is part of one of the world’s leading universities.

Michigan Medicine is a premier, highly ranked academic medical center and award-winning health care system with state-of-the-art facilities. Our vision is to create the future of health care through scientific discovery, innovations in education, and the most effective and compassionate care. 

We want to be the leader in health care, health care reform, and biomedical innovation.

Michigan Medicine includes the U-M Hospitals and Health Centers; the U-M Medical School and its Faculty Group Practice; one of the nation's largest biomedical research communities; and education programs that train thousands of future health professionals and scientists each year. We were formerly known as the University of Michigan Medical Center; today that term applies generally to the collection of buildings on our main medical campus in Ann Arbor. 

We have a close partnership with the U-M School of Nursing and other health sciences schools at U-M. Through  the Michigan Health Corporation, we are able to form partnerships outside of our University.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

Michigan Medicine

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**

Postdoctoral research positions are available in the immunology laboratory of Chang H. Kim at the University of Michigan within the Department of Pathology and May H. Weiser Food Allergy Center. Successful candidates will become part of a highly productive and collaborative team of researchers in a modern, interconnected laboratory space. Within the group, there is a strong commitment to mentorship and an excellent track record of success for both academic and industrial career tracks. The positions will be funded from NIH research and training grants and institutional supports at the University of Michigan. Both domestic and international candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities*

PhD level research activities include literature search, critical thinking, designing and carrying out experiments, data management, writing papers, and maintaining research resources in the lab.

**Opportunities Exist In The Following Research Areas**

-  Mucosal and systemic immunology and allergic immune responses

-  Development, migration and e??ector functions of innate lymphoid cells

-  Roles of gut microbial metabolites in regulation of immunity, autoimmune diseases, and anti-cancer responses

-  Roles of retinoic acid and its receptor in regulation of the immune system, focusing on T and DC regulation

-  Immunotherapies and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) therapies

**Lab Website**

https://www.pathology.med.umich.edu/chang-kim-lab/

Required Qualifications*

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in life science areas

High productivity demonstrated in publication record (quality and quantity)

Strong commitment to Immunology research demonstrated in publications

Proficiency in English and strong communication skills are necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

In vivo research experience with rodents and human tissues

Experience with molecular biology and next generation sequencing analyses is preferred.

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.

Additional Information

Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for 2-3 references to: Dr. Chang Kim ([email protected])

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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**

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuroimmunology

We are seeking a motivated and talented candidate with a strong background in neuroimmunology or neuroscience for a postdoctoral fellowship in the allergy and immunology laboratory of Charles Schuler at the University of Michigan within the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center. Our laboratory focuses on understanding the effector phase of anaphylaxis using a combination of in vitro and in vivo modeling, human anaphylaxis tissue sampling, and multi-omics. All projects in the laboratory have strong translational components including involvement in basic experimental studies in humans, which are ongoing. Successful candidates will become part of a productive, supportive, and collaborative team of researchers conducting integrated translational and clinical research. We have a strong commitment to mentorship and a growing track record of success. The position will be funded from NIH research and training grants and donor/institutional support at the University of Michigan.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in molecular and cellular biology and neuroimmunology/neuroscience-related techniques, a record of productivity, excellent oral and written communication skills, and will be capable of leading research projects that unravel how food anaphylaxis propagates systemically. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in the laboratory is paramount. The ideal candidate will pursue innovative and exciting projects to foster an independent research career. Most importantly, the ideal candidate will act with integrity, treat others with dignity, and seek scientific truth at all times.

**Lab Website**

https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/schuler-group/home

Responsibilities*

- Conduct a laboratory project of one's own: Develop and manage experiments, including determining suitable methods. Interpret and perform complex data analysis and assess experimental outcomes. Develop and maintain a high level of expertise through current scientific literature.

- Enhance the laborator's repertoire of techniques: Develop or import innovative techniques and experimental systems to meet research program goals, particularly as related to our neuroimmunology work.

- Scientific writing and project development: Prepare manuscripts for publication and research findings for presentation at scientific meetings and conferences. Write grant applications.

- Collaborative Interactions: Develop and foster relationships with partners in academia and industry. Train and mentor other members of the laboratory.

Required Qualifications*

- Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in relevant field with laboratory experience in neuroimmunology, neuroscience, and/or immunology-related techniques.

- Experience in the use of genetically engineered cell lines and mouse models.

- Have a positive, independent, and collaborative attitude suitable for a research laboratory.

- Strong scientific curiosity and record of rigorous publications.

- Have strong oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications*

- In vivo research experience with rodents and human tissues.

- Experience with next generation sequencing analyses is preferred.

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.

Additional Information

Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for a minimum of 3 referees to: Dr. Charles Schuler ([email protected]).

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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**

A Research Fellow position is available in the group of Prof. Alexey Nesvizhskii at the University of Michigan Medical School. The position will focus on developing computational algorithms and tools for the analysis of mass spectrometry-based proteomics data. Research projects will center on advancing the FragPipe computational platform, including new modules for DIA mass spectrometry data analysis. The successful candidate will also participate in collaborative studies. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in bioinformatics or a related field, have a strong record of research productivity (e.g., publications and software) in mass spectrometry-based proteomics, and possess substantial experience developing algorithms and pipelines for proteomics data analysis within the FragPipe ecosystem.

Responsibilities*

- Develop computational algorithms and tools for mass spectrometry data analysis.

- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the FragPipe computational platform.

- Conduct data mining, visualization, and statistical analysis.

- Participate in collaborative research projects.

- Publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.

Required Qualifications*

- Experience with mass spectrometry (especially DIA) and proteomics applications.

- Strong programming skills (Python, Java) with proficiency in a Linux environment.

- Experience with computational pipeline development.

- Statistical analysis and data visualization skills.

- PhD

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

**Job Summary**

An exciting opportunity has been created for an experienced researcher to join the Alumkal Laboratory (https://alumkal.lab.medicine.umich.edu/) at the U of M Division of Heme-Onc and the Rogel Cancer Center in Ann Arbor, MI. This individual will join as a post-doctoral researcher and work directly with Dr. Joshi Alumkal, Leader of the U of M Prostate/Genitourinary Oncology Cancer Section. He/she will be an integral member of research team whose focus is epigenetics and drug resistance in prostate cancer.

Our laboratory focuses on identifying mechanisms by which key chromatin modifying enzymes and chromatin readers drive transcription of pathways that promote treatment resistance. We use genomic/epigenomic studies in prostate cancer clinical samples and prostate cancer cell line model systems and functional studies to understand this process. Our goal is to develop new, targeted treatment strategies for men with advanced prostate cancer.

The position is in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and highly translational environment in the U of M Division of Heme-Onc and the Rogel Cancer Center in the U of M School of Medicine. Highly-motivated candidates with expertise in molecular biology, chromatin, and genomics who are interested in a career in oncology basic/translational research will be most competitive for this position.

The individual will be responsible for leading a collaborative research project focused on prostate cancer epigenetics and drug resistance. Expertise with molecular biology, biochemistry, and genomics will be required for this project. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: maintaining a high level of professional expertise in the field; supervising and providing guidance and mentorship to other scientists within the laboratory; designing and directing or executing experiments; and establishing laboratory procedures and systems that enforce and maintain a high level of organization in the lab. The individual will have demonstrated success in leading, managing and participating in collaborative projects and a distinguished record of scientific and technical accomplishments. S/he will have the ability to gain the confidence of other scientists, and staff, and the ability to develop strategic relationships and partnerships with key constituents.

Responsibilities*

- Running a laboratory project of his/her own- Independently develop and manage research experiments, determining the most suitable methods to be used. Interpret and perform complex data analysis on experimental results and determine whether they are consistent with goals. Maintain a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with current scientific literature. As needed, develop innovative techniques and experimental systems to meet research program goals.

- Scientific writing and project development- Prepare research findings for presentation at scientific meetings and conference and manuscripts for publication. Write grant applications.

- Collaborative Interactions: Develop, foster and maintain relationships with partners in academia and in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industries.

- Train and mentor students and lab staff.

Required Qualifications*

- Doctoral degree in relevant field.

- Ability to synthesize ones own results and others to formulate hypotheses

- Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

- Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems.

- Proficient with computers specifically MS Office (which includes, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint), Adobe Illustrator, and statistical analysis software.

- Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

- Technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaborative ability, and independent thinker

- Demonstrated ability to learn new and innovative processes

Desired Qualifications*

- Expertise in epigenetics, genomics, and cancer biology are strongly preferred.

- Expertise with ChIP-seq RNA-seq and data visualization/analysis is strongly preferred.

- Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 KO technology is strongly preferred. (Molecular biology techniques required: chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP), PCR, primer design, cell culture, transfections, transductions, Western blots, cloning)

- Experience with drug sensitivity/synergy analyses preferred.

- Strong publication record.

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit the following materials as part of your application package:

- Curriculum Vitae (CV), including a publication list and contact information for three (3) references;

- Cover Letter, describing your current and future research interests, as well as your expected start date for the position.

In addition to submitting your application through the job posting, please also email your complete application package to **Dr. Changyang Linghu ** at [email protected]

**Job Summary**

The Spatial Biodynamics Lab (spatialbiodynamics.org) led by Dr. Changyang Linghu at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an exciting journey to unravel the principles of how cellular activities drive fundamental brain functions, such as computation, learning, and memory, via the development and application of novel technologies to read out and control cellular activities in the living brain. The Spatial Biodynamics Lab is at the intersection of the Medical School, Michigan Neuroscience Institute, Biosciences Initiative, and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan and provides a unique and world's top interdisciplinary research and training environment. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be primarily appointed in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology in the Medical School, which is one of the world's most distinguished and largest biomedical research institutions and health systems and offers excellent professional development programs for transitions to career independence.

The successful applicant will develop and/or apply groundbreaking technologies to observe and decode transient signaling, long-term changes, or multimodal dynamics in cell populations in the living brain. The successful applicant will also work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative setting with scientists and engineers at the University of Michigan. Prior experience in mouse in vivo experiments is preferred.

**PI bio: **Dr. Changyang Linghu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan Medical School and faculty member of the Michigan Neuroscience Institute, Single Cell Spatial Analysis Program in the Biosciences Initiative, and the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working with Dr. Ed Boyden. His recent works are published in Nature, Cell, Nature Biotechnology, Neuron, and Nature Communications. He is the recipient of Klingenstein Fellowship Award in Neuroscience (2025), Research Scout Scholar from UMich (2025), NIH Director's New Innovator Award (2024), MIT Technology Review's Global 35 Innovators Under 35 (TR35) (2024), Glenn and AFAR Junior Faculty Grant (2024), Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Collaborative Pairs Pilot Project Award (2024), Whitehall Foundation Three-Year Research Grant (2024), GenScript Life Science Research Grant (2024), Bioengineering in Brain Cancer Challenge Seed Fund Award from UMich (2024), Spatial Analytics of Cancer Challenge Seed Fund Award from UMich (2023), Biological Sciences Scholar (BSSP) from UMich (2022), MIT Spot Award (for community service) (2022), MIT Technology Review 35 Innovators Under 35 China (TR35 China) (2021), Rising Star in Biological Engineering by Princeton University (2021), J. Douglas Tan Postdoctoral Fellow (2020), McGovern Graduate Fellow (2018), and MIT Presidential Fellow (supported by Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs) (2013).

Responsibilities*

The successful applicant should have a strong interest in neuroscience and/or biotechnology. Project(s) and research questions will be tailored depending on the candidate's expertise and interests.

**Experimental responsibilities include **: designing and conducting research to observe and decode molecular/cellular activities in living mouse brains.

**Non-experimental responsibilities include: ** writing drafts of manuscripts, presenting at national and international conferences, and networking with collaborators both in and outside U-M.

Required Qualifications*

The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. degree.

Desired Qualifications*

**Prior Experience In Mouse In Vivo Experiments Is Preferred.**

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 employment opportunity employer.

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**

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the laboratory of Dr. Jay Brito Querido in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of Michigan Medical School. The lab uses cryo-electron microscopy and biochemical approaches to investigate the regulation of mRNA translation initiation and its implications for human health and disease.

Responsibilities*

The primary responsibility of the Postdoctoral Scientist will be to lead research focused on understanding the mechanism of mRNA translation in apicomplexan parasites. The successful candidate will apply a range of structural and biochemical approaches, including single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryoEM) and cryo-electron tomography (cryoET), to dissect the mechanisms of translation initiation and its regulation in these organisms. This position offers access to state-of-the-art instrumentation available through the Life Sciences Institute and the Department of Biological Chemistry, including the Stellaris 5 Cryo-Confocal Microscope, Aquilos 2 cryo-FIB, and Titan Krios G4i.

The candidate will be expected to engage actively in lab seminars and discussions, contribute to the direction of their own project and to other ongoing work in the group, assist in the training of lab members, and participate in the preparation of research publications. All work must be conducted in compliance with institutional and funding agency guidelines and according to best research practices.

Required Qualifications*

PhD in biological sciences or related field with at least 2-3 years of laboratory research experience. The ability to work productively in a team environment with people from diverse backgrounds, work with limited supervision to identify a broad range of techniques to achieve the project's primary goal. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, able to multi-task efficiently, work independently and be committed to research. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

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

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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 specifically address why you are interested in this position and how your experience and skills directly relate to the responsibilities and qualifications of this position and include a brief statement of research areas and the names of three references.. The Michigan Neuroscience Institute is an inclusive workplace that encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds and with diverse experiences to apply.

Please visit: https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/michigan-neuroscience-institute for more information about the Institute.

Who We Are

The **Allada Lab ** investigates fundamental mechanisms of sleep and circadian rhythms and how their disruption contributes to neurodegenerative, neuropsychiatric, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Our work spans **Drosophila, mouse, and human systems **, combining high-throughput genetics, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, neurophysiology, and advanced computational approaches. The lab is embedded within the Michigan Neuroscience Institute (MNI) - a cross-campus research community founded in 1955 that unites more than 160 faculty to advance discovery across molecular, cellular, systems, and computational neuroscience. This environment provides exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, access to cutting-edge cores, and engagement with a vibrant neuroscience community.

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**

The Allada Laboratory (alladalab.org) at the Michigan Neuroscience Institute (MNI), University of Michigan, is seeking a highly motivated **Postdoctoral Research Fellow ** to investigate the molecular and circuit bases of sleep homeostasis and its links to neurodegeneration. The position leverages a broad range of approaches - including molecular genetics, RNA sequencing, FACS, biochemistry, confocal imaging, and behavioral analyses - along with integrative -omics workflows. Applicants must be able to apply these methods accurately and independently, interact effectively with computational biologists, and clearly communicate findings through presentations and publications. **Candidates with strong expertise in genetics (fly, mouse, or human) and/or experience studying sleep in mouse models are especially encouraged to apply.**

Required Qualifications*

- Ph.D. in neuroscience or a closely related field.

- Demonstrated expertise in genetics (Drosophila, mouse, or human) and/or sleep research in mouse models.

- Strong record of experimental execution, data analysis, and scientific communication.

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

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities*

Study animal models of thyroid disease, and cell culture models of thyroid cell death. The work includes skills in animal handling, euthanasia, tissue dissection and preparation for microscopy, immunofluorescence studies, RNA isolation for transcriptomic studies, cell culture, transfection, gene silencing (knockdown), biochemical analyses, protein gel electrophoresis and immunoblotting.

Required Qualifications*

Ph.D. in Physiology

Experience in molecular biology

Animal handling experience

Training in biochemistry

Mammalian cell culture experience

Authored/co-authored at least a dozen papers not including abstracts/conferences

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Industry: Political Organizations
Company Size: 2-10 employees

Sophia for NC

**LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT **

Senator Sophia Chitlik (District 22), a first-term State Senator from Durham focused on working families, is hiring her sole staff member. This is a demanding, high-trust, constituent-facing role and NOT a campaign position.

**THE BASICS **

- **Salary: **$42,009 + full benefits (set by the General Assembly). Start date: May 1–15, 2026.

- **Location: ** Raleigh office, five days/week; some Durham in-district work required.

- **Hours vary significantly: **Session weeks run 8am–9pm; recess weeks are lighter.

**WHAT YOU'LL DO **

You are the Chief of Staff, communications director, constituent services lead, and policy researcher all in one. It's a lot, and it's incredibly meaningful work.

- **Constituent services: ** Be the first and best point of contact for constituents by phone, email, and in person. Navigate government bureaucracy on their behalf. Track interactions and continuously improve how the office serves people.

- **Operations: ** Manage the Senator's schedule, briefing books, task lists, contacts database, and all administrative forms from start to finish.

- **Communications: ** Manage inboxes, draft and send a weekly newsletter, and handle new voter outreach letters.

- **Policy: ** Support bill drafting, summarize legislation, write policy briefs, and edit legislation.

- **External representation: ** Staff the Senator at events and committee meetings. Screen and welcome guests and advocacy groups.

**WHO YOU ARE **

You are reliable, discreet, compassionate, and unflappable. You manage up, manage details, and don't need to be told twice.

- A **trusted partner ** who shows up, asks good questions, and can hold their own with senior officials

- A **servant leader ** who centers constituents, including those in crisis, with genuine empathy

- An **effective operator ** who is flexible, positive, detail-oriented, and gets things done

**Key skills: ** strong written and oral communication, inbox and time management, organization, and comfort using AI tools responsibly.

**EXPERIENCE **

NCGA experience is a plus and will be prioritized. Other relevant backgrounds include customer service, government, administrative work, writing and research, or data and CRM. Candidates meeting around 60% of qualifications are encouraged to apply.

**WHAT YOU GET **

This role punches above its salary in ways that matter.

**You'll receive: **

- Mentorship and twice-yearly reviews from a Senator genuinely invested in your growth (her last LA was recruited by the Governor's office)

- Remote work flexibility when the Senate is not in session

- A strong cohort of Democratic Caucus LAs who often build lifelong relationships

- Meaningful exposure to elected officials, community leaders, and professional development opportunities

- Real autonomy: Senator Chitlik's approach is to train, trust, and let go

**TO APPLY **

Apply by **April 25, 2026 **. Qualified candidates will interview with a panel of current and former LAs in late April, with an offer extended by May 15, 2026.

Legislative Assistant

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Inside Higher Ed

**Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher, Green Economy Program (Associate/Full Specialist) - UC Berkeley Labor Center**

**Position overview ** **Position title: ** Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher,

**Salary range: ** The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: Represented Specialist Series Salary Scale. A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $75,600-$128,400.

**Percent time: ** 100%

**Anticipated start: ** Spring 2026

**Position duration: ** 1 year, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance

**Application Window**

**Open date: **April 5, 2026

**Next review date: ** Monday, Apr 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

**Final date: **Wednesday, Jul 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

**Position Description**

**Department Overview**

The UC Berkeley Labor Center, at the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE), UC Berkeley, conducts research and education on issues related to labor and employment. The Labor Center's curricula and leadership training serve to educate a diverse new generation of labor leaders. The Labor Center carries out policy-relevant research on topics such as job quality and workforce development and works with unions, policymakers, and other stakeholders to develop innovative policy perspectives and programs. The Labor Center provides an important source of research and information on unions and the changing workforce for students, scholars, policymakers, and the public. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact, high-visibility organization and to work with a nationally recognized team of researchers, policy analysts, and educators. We have nearly 40 diverse staff members.

**Position Description**

The UC Berkeley Labor Center, at the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE), UC Berkeley, has an opening for a Policy Researcher or Senior Policy Researcher in its Green Economy Program, which may be hired at the Associate or Full Specialist rank, depending on years of work experience and educational background.

The Policy Researcher/ Senior Policy Researcher will contribute to the Program's research on workforce standards and strategies related to the energy transition, and worker-led approaches to economic development and industrial policy aimed at building the green economy. The position will involve significant collaboration with unions, environmental organizations, and community-based organizations, and other stakeholders at the state and federal level to advance a worker-led clean energy agenda.

**Responsibilities Include**

- Conduct policy research and analysis, and collaborate on developing new policy models, in the area of workforce standards, economic development, and industrial policy related to the energy transition

- Serve as co-author and/or lead author on policy research reports and briefing memos, and draft op-eds and public testimony

- Contribute to team's work providing technical assistance to stakeholders, policymakers, and media on policy debates surrounding labor and the energy transition

- Support Program Leads with outreach to partner organizations, build and strengthen relationships, and facilitate collaboration

- Work closely with the Program's team in identifying new research projects and opportunities for collaborating with field partners

- Support Program Leads with developing curriculum and delivering trainings for unions, worker advocates, and other stakeholders

- Supervise and mentor student workers

~~Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.~~

**Department **: https://irle.berkeley.edu/

**Unit **: https://laborcenter.berkeley.edu/

**Qualifications**

**Basic qualifications ** (required at time of application)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree

**Additional Qualifications (required At Time Of Start)**

**Associate Specialist**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least five (5) years of professional experience

OR

Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience

**Full Specialist**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least ten (10) years of professional experience

OR

Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least eight (8) years of professional experience

OR

PhD or equivalent international degree and at least two (2) years of professional experience.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Master's or equivalent international degree with three (3) years experience in analyzing public policies at the federal, state, or local level (can include experience before the degree)

- Experience contributing to research on public policy, including tracking legislation and regulations, analyzing and comparing key concepts, and assessing promising policy models

- Familiarity with labor standards and/or climate and energy policies and/or industrial policy and/or economic development, with an understanding of core issues for workers and unions

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with unions and other stakeholders, such as environmental organizations and industry/employer associations

- Demonstrated facilitation and collaboration skills

- Strong policy writing skills

- Demonstrated experience in managing projects independently, meeting project timelines, managing stakeholder relationships, and working discreetly with confidential information

**Application Requirements**

**Document requirements**

- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

- Cover Letter

- Writing Sample #1 - Applied research or policy writing

- Writing Sample #2 - Applied research or policy writing on which you were lead author and/or that focused on climate/energy policies or labor standards (Optional)

**Reference Requirements**

- 3-5 required (contact information only)

**Apply link: ** https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05332

**Help contact: ** laurel.lucia@berkeley.edu

**About UC Berkeley**

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any **final ** administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

- “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

**Job location**

Berkeley, CA; Eligible for 3 days remote work

**To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05332**

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Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher, Green Economy Program (Associate/Full Specialist)

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