Postdoctural Research Associate

A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the Henry Lab to study molecular and cellular mechanisms of neuromuscular degeneration in zebrafish models of muscular dystrophies. The successful candidate will utilize cutting‑edge genetic, molecular, and imaging approaches to investigate disease pathogenesis and identify potential therapeutic interventions.
Typical hiring range for this position is $61,008 to $62,232 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please review the Postdoctoral Research Associate job description for more information.

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top‑tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long‑term disability as well as retirement plan options.

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Development, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field by start date
• Experience with zebrafish husbandry and basic manipulation
• Significant experience with confocal microscopy
• Significant experience with time‑lapconfocal microscopy
• Significant experience with image analysis using multiple approaches
• Strong background in molecular biology techniques
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical methods
• Excellent organizational and record‑keeping skills
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new techniques
• Experience mentoring junior researchers
• Strong motivation and independence
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills

• First author publication in peer‑reviewed journal

The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment.

The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Clarissa Henry.