Required Qualifications:
PhD in cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a related field.
At least one first author publication, including those currently under review or in press.

Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in GPCR biology, mammalian cell culture, microscopy, proteomics, and/or membrane protein biochemistry.

Summary of Position:
The Blythe lab, opening March 2025 in the Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Development, seeks a postdoctoral associate to join our team. Our research investigates how signal transduction is regulated in time and space across a cell. Using a combination of biochemistry, cell biology, and proteomics approaches, we aim to characterize the molecular mechanisms by which G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and their associated proteins translocate during signaling and explore how this dynamic organization encodes the appropriate physiological responses to stimuli. As a postdoctoral associate, you would spearhead a project related to these themes while also contributing to the growth and evolution of our young lab.

Learn more about us and our science at: blythelab.umn.edu

Job Responsibilities:

75% Research
Plan, conduct, and analyze experiments to investigate the spatiotemporal regulation of GPCR-mediated signaling. Research questions and methodologies will depend on the candidate’s interests and background.

15% Professional development
Participate in group meetings, journal clubs, departmental seminars, and scientific conferences. Prepare presentations, manuscripts, and fellowship/grant applications. Attend courses, trainings, and workshops.

10% Supervising
Train and mentor undergraduates, graduate students, and/or researchers in the lab.

Restrictions: These are not positions to which permanent residency can be granted for international appointees.

The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development comprises faculty from both the Medical School and the College of Biological Sciences. Faculty members are engaged in research in three key disciplines of the department—genetics, cell biology and developmental biology.

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