Posting Number: F-1060
College/Unit: College of Medicine
Home Department: Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University
Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 12 month
Position Classification: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Position Begin Date: 01/06/2027
Position Summary
The Nosanchuk Laboratory at the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University is seeking two postdoctoral fellows to work on basic medical mycology. The work focus of these positions includes:
- Understanding the role of fungal extracellular vesicles;
- Deciphering the biology of fungal melanin;
- Exploring the molecular basis of fungal virulence including through genetic manipulation and next-generation sequencing approaches;
- Testing of novel antifungal compounds on fungal critical threat pathogens;
- Developing novel fungal diagnostics.
The positions have an initial 36-month appointment, with the potential for an additional 24-month extension depending on funding and satisfactory performance.
Required Qualifications
- PhD, MD, PharmD or DVM with clear basic and/or translational science experience in medical mycology, microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, or a related field.
- Peer-reviewed publications.
- Motivation to lead independent research projects.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on extracellular vesicle biology, animal pathogenesis models (Galleria and mice), genetic techniques, and/or microscopy.
- Demonstrated evidence of independence.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and mentor individuals at diverse stages of their careers including undergraduate and graduate students.
Message to Applicants
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards.
You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Letters of interest may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
About the Department
The Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University educates diverse students and trains culturally competent physicians to provide comprehensive health care and services to underserved populations in Michigan and beyond. Our faculty, staff and graduates advance health and wellness through exceptional education, innovative research, quality patientcare and strategic collaborations to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
Since its foundation in 2010, the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University strives to be a national leader in the pursuit of basic, translational, clinical, medical education and population health research. We aim to develop programs to advance medical and scientific knowledge and improve patient care and community wellness. The ultimate goal is to contribute to the health of the public, the practice of medicine and the education of health professionals; all while promoting the development of academically oriented physicians.
Posting Begins: 10/01/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
About CMU
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.
CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.
Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.
CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.
Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions — Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more — are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.
CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.
To apply, visit https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/45363
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