Position Details
Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Medicine Specific Title Pulmonary Appointment Type Postdoctoral Fellow Department IUSM - Medicine - Pulmonary Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep, and Occupational Medicine in the Department of Medicine. A full-time postdoctoral fellow position is available to conduct research focused on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the development of lung diseases and lung cancer with inhaled exposures.
The Sears’ federally funded laboratory focuses on the impact of DNA damage and repair on the development of lung cancers and in treatment response. Our overall goal is to determine the key mechanisms involved in early exposure-related lung cancer development which can be used to identify prognosis and/or targeted with therapeutics to prevent progression. We are seeking a highly motivated and curious post-doctoral candidate will be involved in both in vitro and in vivo research using animal models, primary, and immortalized cell culture models, molecular and cellular techniques, immunofluorescence, and histological analyses.
Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city, and surrounding suburbs, enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport, being named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years.
IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Basic Qualifications
-Ph.D. or terminal degree in related field.
-Experience with basic molecular/cellular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA/Protein isolation and analysis, histology, immunofluorescence/ immunohistochemistry, microscopy and quantitative and qualitative image analyses.
-Strong organizational, analytical, communication, scientific recording and writing skills. This candidate must be able to work both independently and collaboratively.
-Interest in lung cancer, inhalational exposures, or related areas of lung disease.
-Experience with primary cell culture and/or animal models.
-Experience with research related to DNA damage, DNA damage response and pulmonary or cancer epithelial cell biology.
Department Contact for Questions
For further information contact: Angie Jones at arcannon@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date Posting Number IUSM-02522-2026
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