Post Doc Associate - Laboratory of Stem Cell and Metabolism - Nutrient Sensing Pathways

Post Doc Associate
- Laboratory of Stem Cell and Metabolism
- Nutrient Sensing Pathways

Job No: 541301

Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences

Department:  - AG-ANIMAL SCIENCES

Classification

Title:

Postdoc Aso

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Job Description:

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The Laboratory of Stem Cell and Metabolism at the University of Florida (UF) seeks a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Associate to join a multidisciplinary research team investigating the mechanisms that regulate muscle stem cell metabolism, aging, and tissue regeneration.

The successful candidate will lead independent and collaborative research projects focused on nutrient-sensing pathways, cellular metabolism, mitochondrial structure and function, and mechanisms of aging in skeletal muscle stem cells using both human cells and mouse models. The position offers opportunities to integrate molecular, metabolic, genetic, and in vivo approaches to understand how metabolic and mitochondrial adaptations influence stem cell function, regenerative capacity, and age-associated decline.

The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with Dr. Feng Yue (Principal Investigator) and collaborators to develop new research directions, contribute to high-impact studies, and advance the laboratory's broader mission of understanding metabolic adaptation, stem cell resilience, and tissue regeneration during aging.

The anticipated start date is November 2026.

The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to:

• Set the tone for both scientific and scholarly excellence within the lab.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments using molecular, cellular, genetics and physiological techniques.
• Drive forward complex and impactful projects, leading to high-quality and impact publications.
• Develop fellowship and grant applications to support independent research growth.
• Present findings in lab meetings, departmental seminars, and national/international conferences.
• Contribute to mentoring of graduate and undergraduate trainees.
• Engage actively with collaborators and contribute to the lab's dynamic and collegial environment.

Dr. Yue is fully committed to supporting the career development of all trainees, providing ample opportunities for one-on-one mentorship, professional growth, and preparation for both academic and industry career paths.

The University of Florida is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 56,000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Florida Sea Grant program, and encompasses 16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67 counties (counties operate and maintain).

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