Postdoctoral Researcher in Cell and Molecular Biology​/Virology

Position

The Maurer Lab in the Department of Biophysics is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to ongoing research projects and start recently funded new projects within the scope of adeno‑associated viral vector biology. Start dates are flexible, from immediately to May 2027.

The Maurer Lab is within the Biophysics Program in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. We are also affiliated with the Microbiology and Immunology Department at the University of Michigan Medical School. The successful candidate will join a rich and collaborative research environment that spans these adjacent campuses, with many opportunities for professional development.

This is a one‑year appointment, with anticipated extension for a second year. All extensions for a second year or beyond are contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of work and funding. International applicants are welcome, but the lab cannot sponsor an H1B visa. We also encourage applicants to apply for the Michigan Pioneer Fellows Program, which provides supplementary salary and outstanding professional development opportunities.

Dr. Maurer will help prepare the application.

Responsibilities include contributing to project design, collection and analysis of data, manuscript and grant writing, co‑mentoring undergraduate and graduate students with Dr. Maurer, and presenting research at regional, national, and international conferences.

The successful candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following specific areas:

• Plasmid library cloning and screening (pooled and/or arrayed)
• Virology (especially DNA viruses)
• Mammalian gene regulation
• Chromatin structure and function
• DNA replication and/or repair
• Cryo‑Electron Tomography

Applicants should hold (or be nearing completion of) a PhD in Biological Sciences, Virology/Microbiology/Immunology, Biophysics, Biomedical Sciences/Engineering, or a related field. In addition to the required expertise, preferred skills include mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning, flow cytometry, CRISPR/Cas9 based genetic perturbations, and microscopy techniques including confocal fluorescent and live imaging. A Ph.D. is required on or before the start date.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.