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.

Interested applicants should apply directly to Dr. Mosalaganti by sending the following: (1) Cover Letter (indicating future project interests); (2) Curriculum Vitae (CV); and (3) Contact information for three references to mosalaga@umich.edu.

The Life Sciences Institute explores biological processes, structures, and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale.

For more information on the Mosalaganti laboratory: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/mosalaganti-lab

The Mosalaganti lab at the Life Sciences Institute (LSI) is looking for an outstanding postdoctoral research fellow interested in applying multimodal imaging workflows and multi-omics analyses to understand cell biology of lysosomal heterogeneity. You will have unencumbered access to our state-of-the-art light and electron microscopy on-site and various excellent core facilities at the University of Michigan. You should have the following: (1) a strong background in computational biology/cell biology/neurobiology. (2) a sense of independence, and (3) be motivated to push the boundaries of cell biology. You will report directly to Dr. Mosalaganti and perform your work onsite at the LSI.

Experimental responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and characterizing proteins responsible for lysosomal susceptibility and resilience in models of neurodegeneration.
• Conduct biochemical assays including western blot, transcriptomics, immunoprecipitation of proteins and organelles (e.g., lysosomes), quantitative proteomics analyses, fluorescence microscopy, and in vivo/in vitro enzyme assays.
• Maintain and amplify iPSC-derived neurons, microglia, and astrocytes and analyze physiological and biochemical data from brain tissue samples.
• Generate brain organoids and assembloids.

Non-Experimental responsibilities will include:

• Work with PI to apply for independent research funding.
• Work/collaborate with other postdoctoral fellows and graduate students in and outside of the laboratory.
• Mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory.
• Assist PI with writing manuscripts and grants.

• Ph.D. in cell biology, neurobiology, genetics, or related discipline
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with light and confocal microscopy (imaging/data processing)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with primary cultures or stem cells
• Familiarity with CRISPR/Cas9 and molecular biology/cloning
• 2 years of experience in analyzing 'omics' datasets
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Excellent communication skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in organellar biology, specifically the endolysosomal system
• 1-2 years of experience in generating cortical/cerebral organoids

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.

Recent graduates or students finishing their graduate studies this year/early next year can apply for an exciting fellowship through the Michigan Life Science Fellowship program (https://lifescifellows.umich.edu/).

For more information, please contact Dr. Mosalaganti at mosalaga@umich.edu

Pursuant to University policy, postdoctoral research fellow appointments should be for one year or less, with the possibility of renewal in subsequent years, not to exceed a total of five years of postdoctoral training at the University.

Benefits at the University of Michigan: 

• The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

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