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• Job Number:
• Category: Research
• Location: Worcester, MA
• Shift: Day
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
• Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
• Department: School - Molecular Cell & Cancer Biology - W495000
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Union Code: Non Union Position-W63-Residents/Post Docs
• Num. Openings: 1
• Post Date: Oct. 31, 2025
• Work Location: 100% Onsite
• Salary Minimum: USD $61,008.00/Yr.
• Salary Maximum: USD $61,008.00/Yr.

A postdoctoral position is available in the Lawson Lab at University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Department of Molecular, Cell, and Cancer Biology (lawsonlab.umassmed.edu). The Lawson Lab utilizes the zebrafish as a model system to study the development of the circulatory and lymphatic systems.

• Developmental nature of vascular anomalies. Our goal is to determine how developmental defects associated with known mutations in humans result in defective vascular or lymphatic function. Studies include identifying relevant molecular targets, linking cellular mechanisms and defects to disease phenotypes, and small molecule screening to identify therapeutics.
• Understanding vascular mural cell development. We seek to dissect transcriptional regulatory networks required for pericyte development. We have identified several candidate transcription factors and current efforts focus on genetic analysis of these candidates to determine how they regulate pericyte specification.

For all projects, we routinely develop and apply cutting‑edge approaches, including conditional genetics, CRISPR-based gene editing, single cell molecular analyses, and in vivo time lapse.

The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular biology as documented through their publication record. Prior expertise in the application of genome editing in model systems is welcome and general experience with model organisms is preferred. Applicants must otherwise be highly motivated and technically accomplished as documented by an exceptional publication record. Only those applicants accepted for initial consideration will be subsequently contacted for letters of reference.

A complete list of our recent and past work can be accessed at the following link: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
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Nathan

D. Lawson, Ph.D.
Professor
Department of Molecular, Cell, and Cancer Biology
University of Massachusetts Medical School
nathan.lawson

This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)‑retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.