Postdoctoral Researcher - Cell Biology, Neurobiology, and Anatomy

About the role

A postdoctoral position is available at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) to study the cell biology of pancreatic islets and diabetes. The group focuses on beta cell membrane trafficking and its roles in insulin secretion under both normal and diabetic conditions. Utilizing molecular biology/CRISPR, cell biology, live-cell imaging, vEM, multi-omics, and mutant mouse models, the group investigates beta cells and diabetes. Advanced microscopies like confocal, TIRF, SIM, STORM, and STED are readily available.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects and perform experiments with strong independence.
• Analyze data and summarize research findings.
• Develop new research projects or novel methods.
• Contribute to collaborative projects, participate in regular scholarly activities, and assist team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in biomedical science or a related field.
• Minimum Required Experience: 0 years.
• Preferred Experience: Expertise in islet beta cell biology, actin dynamics, and diabetes. Prior experience with primary islet cell cultures, CRISPR, live-cell fluorescence microscopy, or super resolution imaging (TIRFM/STORM/STED) as evidenced by publications is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage
• Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On-campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes

Physical Requirements

• Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids.
• Work requires occasional lifting of moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
• Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
• Sensory Acuity: Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.