Postdoctoral Research Associate

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher 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.

Key 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.

Qualifications

• PhD in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or related field, with a strong focus on murine myopathy models.
• Demonstrated experience 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.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with models of myopathies or inflammation.
• 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
• Position Type
• Research
• Additional Information

Additional information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Pay and 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.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 108S

Expected Hiring Range: $60,315.00 - $85,192.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.