Postdoctoral Research Associate--Translational/Muscle Biology (Murine Models)

Northeastern University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the New England Inflammation and Tissue Protection Institute and contribute to early-stage efforts focused on muscle biology and inflammatory disease . The successful candidate will apply their expertise in murine models and immunology to explore disease mechanisms, validate novel therapeutic targets, and support highly translational research initiatives.

Requirements

• PhD in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or related field, with a strong focus on murine myopathy models.
• Demonstrated experience in in vivo experimentation , including animal handling, dosing, tissue collection, and phenotypic analysis.
• Familiarity with translational assays and molecular techniques (e.g., Multiparameter Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, Histology, ELISA, ELISPOT, Incucyte, qPCR, Western blot)
• Strong in vitro skills including immune cell and co-culture assays, cell-based immunological assays, inflammatory models.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, work ethic, and interpersonal and team leadership skills.
• A track record of scientific publications in relevant fields.
• Experience with models of myopathies or inflammation.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with stem cell-derived muscle models or 3D culture systems (including physiological hypoxia) is a plus.
• Experience in biochemical and immunological mechanisms of immune-suppression

Responsibilities

• Experimental Design & Execution : Develop and execute in vivo studies using murine models to investigate translational mechanisms in muscle biology and inflammatory disorders.
• Model Development : Contribute to the design and characterization of disease-relevant murine models, including biochemical and pharmacological manipulations.
• Assay Development : Support the development of cellular and biochemical assays to complement in vivo findings.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation : Analyze complex datasets from in vivo and in vitro experiments; present findings to cross-functional teams and industrial biotech. partners.
• Collaboration : Work closely with scientists across disciplines including immunology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics to integrate findings.
• Scientific Communication : Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at internal and external scientific meetings.

Benefits

• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
• Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees