Postdoctoral Position in Mechanobiology

Position Description

We are seeking a curious and imaginative Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team investigating fundamental mechanisms of developmental biology. Our lab focuses on understanding cellular and molecular processes that drive the pseudostratified architecture found in epithelial tissues, and how this architecture is exploited for functions such as morphogenesis, organ development, and tissue fate. We use diverse model organisms to build a fundamental understanding of pseudostratified architecture.

As a postdoctoral fellow, your key responsibilities include:

• Conducting independent research on the mechanobiology of the nucleus in pseudostratified epithelial architecture and its role in tissue behavior.

• Utilizing advanced live imaging, genetic manipulations, computational modeling, and mentoring junior team members.

• Opportunities to publish findings in high-impact journals, present at international conferences, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within and outside the lab.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields

• Strong background in cell biology, fluorescent imaging, and organoid culture

• Experience with model organisms (e.g., mouse, zebrafish, Drosophila) is a plus

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, mentoring, and teamwork skills

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research (SOP) highlighting past experience, suitability for the role, and proposed research ideas aligned with the lab’s direction

• List of Publications

• Two to three letters of recommendation

Contact:
Purnati Khuntia
Rowland Institute at Harvard, 52 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Email: purnati_khuntia@fas.harvard.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords

Development, Mechanobiology, Stem Cell, Organoid Culture

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• Research interests (200 character limit)

• Academic honors and/or awards

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