Job Details

Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful, residential setting — just minutes from Boston, Massachusetts.Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026
Funding term: NIH-funded; contingent upon continued receipt of external funding

Position Overview: The Matern Lab at Merrimack College is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join its NIH-funded research project on inner ear sensory cell biology using organoid models. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Maggie Matern and members of a collaborative research team to generate and analyze stem cell-derived inner ear organoids, with the goal of uncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive sensory cell development. To achieve this, the project employs lentiviral approaches to generate novel stem cell tools containing inducible CRISPR constructs. Following inner ear organoid generation, these tools will enable precise temporal control of gene expression in sensory cells, providing new insights into the functions of key developmental genes and the mechanisms that govern sensory cell formation.

The successful candidate will develop independent, hypothesis-driven research while contributing to ongoing projects in the lab. The position includes mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers, as well as active participation in a collaborative research environment. The lab actively supports postdoctoral fellowship applications and provides mentorship in grant writing and career development.

Annual base salary is $63,480, contingent upon experience. This calendar year (12-months) role is fully benefits-eligible. Merrimack College provides support for a limited range of work visas.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in biological sciences or related field
• Successful candidates will have experience in mammalian cell culture, immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, and standard molecular biology techniques. Experience in the bioinformatic analysis of single cell RNA-sequencing data preferred.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative, diverse, and student-centered academic community
• Strong verbal/written communication skills are essential

Application Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials through ADP:

1. Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in Merrimack College.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3. Research statement highlighting current work and future plans.
4. Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Work Location This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.