"Post Doctoral Scholar"

The Belote Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar. Located within the Department of Molecular Genetics in the College of Arts and Sciences, the lab investigates how individual melanocytes, commonly known as pigment cells, contribute to multi-organ health through functional diversification. We leverage our understanding of healthy melanocyte heterogeneity to uncover mechanistic explanations for the clinical diversity observed in melanocyte-associated diseases (including melanoma, vitiligo, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis), with the goal of informing novel therapeutic approaches. Many of our studies use human and murine models and employ a wide range of techniques to interrogate systems ranging from intact fresh tissue to individual cells. The Postdoctoral Scholar will contribute to ongoing projects investigating melanocyte involvement in inflammatory diseases.

This is a full-time position with an initial one-year appointment and the possibility of annual renewal based on performance and funding.

Minimum Education Required: PhD

Desired Qualifications: A doctorate degree in biological life sciences or biomedical sciences; a proven track record of publications; previous experience in more than one of the following: primary human melanocyte culture, inflammatory skin disease, single cell bioinformatic analysis, murine models; and a proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

The Department of Molecular Genetics is within the College of Arts and Sciences. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field. The College values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community. The Belote Lab is affiliated with the Department of Dermatology and a member of the James Comprehensive Cancer Center in the College of Medicine.

The pay range for this job profile is $61,008-63,000. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.