Postdoctoral Fellow Positions
Postdoctoral Position in Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Kidney Injury
Posted: July 13, 2026
A full-time, NIH training grant-funded postdoctoral position is available in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The laboratory investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying kidney injury, inflammation, and fibrosis.
The successful candidate will be expected to design and perform experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts for publication under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The candidate will work with animal models relevant to human kidney diseases and apply advanced scientific techniques, including flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, single-cell transcriptomic analysis, RNA-seq, and ChIP-PCR assays.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and hold a Ph.D. degree in biological sciences or a related field. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques is necessary, and experience with small animal models is preferred.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references to Dr. Yanlin Wang at yanlwang@uchc.edu.
Postdoctoral Fellow in RNA Biology and Zebrafish Development
Posted: June 24, 2026
The Beaudoin Laboratory at UConn Health is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow
to join our research team and lead projects investigating the relationship between RNA
structure and function during zebrafish development. Our lab studies how RNA structure
shapes post-transcriptional gene regulation in vertebrate systems, with particular interests in
RNA G-quadruplexes, translation control, RNA helicases, and other RNA-binding factors.
We combine zebrafish developmental biology, RNA molecular biology, genomics, genome
engineering, and computational approaches to uncover how RNA structural elements
influence gene expression and developmental outcomes. For more information about the
Beaudoin lab, please visit beaudoinlab.org.
This position is supported by the Tao Rising Stars Award and offers an exciting opportunity for
an ambitious scientist to develop an independent research direction within a collaborative and
intellectually engaged environment. The successful candidate will help drive projects focused on
identifying and characterizing regulatory RNA structures in vivo, defining their molecular
mechanisms, and determining how they influence embryonic gene expression and vertebrate
development.
Responsibilities
The postdoctoral fellow will:
• Design and execute independent research projects on RNA structure and posttranscriptional
regulation during zebrafish development
• Apply and/or develop molecular, genomic, and computational approaches to study RNA
structure-function relationships in vivo
• Generate, analyze, and interpret high-throughput datasets related to gene expression,
translation, and RNA structure
• Draw rigorous conclusions from experimental results and propose logical next steps
• Contribute to manuscript preparation, presentations, and grant-related activities
• Participate actively in lab meetings, scientific discussions, and brainstorming
• Work collaboratively with other lab members and contribute to a positive, team-oriented
research environment
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have:
• A PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics, developmental biology,
RNA biology, computational biology, or a closely related field
• Strong interest in RNA biology, post-transcriptional gene regulation, and vertebrate
development
• Demonstrated ability to independently design experiments, carry out research, analyze
data, and communicate conclusions
• Strong organizational skills, scientific rigor, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member
Preferred Qualifications
Competitive candidates will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• RNA structure biology or RNA structure probing
• RNA G-quadruplexes
• Zebrafish embryology, genetics, microinjection, or genome engineering
• Genomics and high-throughput approaches to study gene expression, such as RNA-seq,
Ribo-seq, massively parallel reporter assays, or related methods
• Computational analysis of large genomic datasets, including proficiency in R, Python, or
similar tools
• RNA-binding proteins, RNA helicases, or related mechanisms of post-transcriptional
regulation
Candidates with a combination of experimental and computational expertise are especially
encouraged to apply. This profile is well aligned with the Beaudoin lab’s interdisciplinary
research program in RNA structure, translation regulation, and genome-wide analysis.
Salary and Benefits
Salary begins at $63,500+, with higher compensation depending on the candidate’s experience
and expertise. The position includes paid benefits. UConn Health postdoctoral fellows are
employees and, according to UConn Health’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, receive benefits that
include health insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, and sick leave.
Environment
UConn Health provides a collegial and stimulating postdoctoral environment with strong
research infrastructure and access to an active intellectual community. The Beaudoin lab is part
of the Department of Genetics and Genome Sciences at UConn Health in Farmington,
Connecticut, where trainees benefit from a multidisciplinary research setting and close
interactions across genetics, genomics, RNA biology, and developmental biology.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit:
• A cover letter describing their research interest and relevant experience
• A curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references
Please combine all application materials into a single PDF and email it to
jdbeaudoin@uchc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UConn is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants and to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. Applicants with disabilities
may request reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process.
Postdoctoral Position in Oral Microbiome Lab
Posted: May 19, 2026
An NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Dongari-Bagtzoglou, DDS, PhD, at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, CT. The laboratory is focused on translating the oral microbiome to clinical applications for the prevention of severe oral fungal infection in immunocompromised hosts. Specifically, work in this project will explore probiotic bacterial mechanisms that leverage the interactions between resident host bacterial microbiota, oral epithelial cells and opportunistic pathogenic fungi. The project is expected to advance the search for alternative microbiome-targeted therapies in fungal infections. The successful candidate will primarily investigate the functional role of Lactobacillus johnsonii in changing the composition of the oral microbiome via deep metagenomic shotgun sequencing, using mouse models of oral fungal infection. Oral infection models will include mouse co-housing and microbiota transfer approaches. The candidate will also perform in vitro validation of hypotheses generated through the mouse studies, particularly as they pertain to Lactobacillus-mediated protection of the mucosal barrier from fungal breach.
The fellow will be trained to work with mouse, organotypic and other in vitro polymicrobial systems/models and will be mentored in grant writing.
Preferred Qualifications
• PhD in microbiology or related field with emphasis on metagenomics or host-pathogen interactions
• Working knowledge in metagenome sequencing and data analysis
• Experience in bioinformatic analysis of metagenomes (such as metagenome-assembled genomes, comparative genomics, functional annotation of metagenomes)
• Experience in general microbiology and molecular techniques such as bacterial isolation and cultivation, DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, etc
The successful candidate will benefit from a community of interactive research labs, and co-mentoring by microbiome bioinformatics experts, as well as a variety of sequencing, and computational resources available at University of Connecticut, Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine. To apply, please send a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to Dr. Anna Dongari-Bagtzoglou, Professor and Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, via e-mail: adongari@uchc.edu.
Postdoctoral Position in Bacterial Protein Synthesis Regulation
Posted: April 16, 2026
The Vargas-Rodriguez lab at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Farmington, CT)
is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join our team studying survival strategies of human
pathogenic bacteria with a focus on mechanisms of protein synthesis regulation. We combine
biochemical, molecular, cellular, biophysical, multi-omics, and computational approaches to
investigate how microbes (e.g., Salmonella, Klebsiella, and Pseudomonas) respond to
environmental and physiological stress.
What the lab offers
In addition to our exciting research program, the Vargas-Rodriguez Lab is invested in training
the next generation of scientists in a vibrant, highly collaborative, and supportive research
environment. The postdoctoral fellow will receive training, access to resources, a dedicated
mentoring plan, and guidance for advancing their career.
Required qualifications
We seek a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with a track record of research
accomplishments, including first-author publication(s). Applicants should have, or be in the
process of completing, a Ph.D. in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or
related fields. Strong candidates will be creative, independent, and able to work as part of a
diverse, multidisciplinary team. Prior experiences should demonstrate their dedication to
developing their experience in teamwork, leadership, innovation, and scientific inquiry.
Preferred qualifications
Experience working with ESKAPE species, protein synthesis, or RNA biology is a plus.
Qualified candidates should email the following materials to Dr. Oscar Vargas-Rodriguez at
vargasrodriguez@uchc.edu:
1) a one-page cover letter describing research experience, including experimental
approaches and relevant skills,
2) a complete curriculum vitae,
3) the names and email addresses of three references
Postdoctoral Position Available in Skin Research
Posted: December 16, 2025
A postdoctoral position is available in a NIH funded laboratory with interest in mechanisms of wound healing, specifically keloid formation.
Candidates must have PhD, MD/PhD, or MD or equivalent and must be highly motivated.
The successful applicant will have strong background in SKIN RESEARCH, wound healing, fibrosis or inflammatory disorders with technical expertise in induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), immunology, cell biology or signal transduction.
Our newly renovated laboratory is embedded in the Department of Regenerative Medicine and Skeletal Development at University of Connecticut Health within a vibrant research environment.
Candidates must be innovative, enthusiastic and have a solid technical background in at least one of these areas: molecular biology, cell biology, stem cell biology or signal transduction. The successful applicant must be motivated and capable of engaging in other areas of expertise as required by the project. The dynamics of this research project requires the ability for multitasking, to work independently as well as collaboratively with other lab members and external collaborators.
Please send CV, statement of research interests, research accomplishments, and contact information for 3 references to:
Ernst Reichenberger, PhD
University of Connecticut Health
Department of Regenerative Medicine and Skeletal Development
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030-3705
Tel: 860-679-2062
email: reichenberger@uchc.edu
visit us at: https://health.uconn.edu/reichenberger-lab/
UConn Health is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.
Postdoctoral Position – Lyme Disease Pathogenesis and Gene Regulation
Posted: November 25, 2025
The Spirochete Research Labs (SRL) at UConn Health seek a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our team studying Borrelia burgdorferi genetics, gene regulation, and Lyme disease
pathogenesis. This position offers the opportunity to make fundamental contributions to our understanding of spirochete biology and the molecular mechanisms underlying Lyme disease. Our
work uses cutting-edge approaches including structural modeling, mutagenesis, transcriptomics (RNA-seq and bait-capture enrichment RNA-seq), fluorescent reporters, and tick/animal infection models to uncover how B. burgdorferi persists within its enzootic cycle.
Required qualifications:
• Ph.D. in molecular biology, microbiology or a related field
• Expertise in advanced DNA/RNA methodologies, recombinant protein expression and
purification, and murine models of infection.
• Strong foundation in prokaryotic gene regulation and microbial pathogenesis
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with site-directed mutagenesis, genome-wide transcriptomics, structural modeling, and analysis of protein–protein/nucleic acid interactions.
Postdoctoral fellows in the SRL benefit from a highly collaborative and supportive training environment. The group has a strong commitment to career development, including close
mentorship from senior faculty, opportunities for independent project leadership, and guidance in grant writing, teaching, and professional networking. Fellows will have access to state-of-the-art resources at UConn Health and are encouraged to present their work at national and international meetings. SRL values diversity and strives to provide an inclusive environment that supports the growth of scientists from all backgrounds
Application
Please send (1) curriculum vitae and (2) contact information for three references to Dr. Melissa Caimano at mcaima@uchc.edu, UConn Health, Farmington, CT 06030-3715.
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