Postdoctoral Research Assistant (West Lafayette, IN, US)

Purdue University

Location: West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

in vivo
ex vivo
molecular biology
statistical analysis
bioinformatics

About the role

Job Summary

The Postdoctoral Fellow will join the Jaiswal Laboratory in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Purdue University. The lab’s research focuses on understanding how cellular metabolism regulates tissue function, skeletal muscle plasticity, neuromuscular junction integrity, immune–metabolic interactions, and organismal health during aging and metabolic disease. The fellow will conduct independent and collaborative research projects investigating molecular and metabolic mechanisms controlling muscle physiology, glucose homeostasis, and immune cell function, using advanced in vivo, ex vivo, and molecular techniques. This position provides specialized training in experimental design, metabolic phenotyping, and scientific communication, preparing the fellow for a successful career in academia or industry.

Core Competencies

Education and Experience:

Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Metabolic Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field.
Experience with animal models, skeletal muscle physiology, metabolic assays, and molecular biology techniques preferred.
Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments.

Skills:

Strong written and oral scientific communication skills.
Proficiency in statistical analysis, data visualization, and bioinformatics approaches.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team.
Familiarity with laboratory safety and institutional protocols for animal and cell research.

How to Apply

To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vite, statement of research, and the names and contact infromation of three references through the "apply" link.

Review of applications will begin immedietly and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2026.

For more information regarding the position, contact Dr. Natasha Jaiswal at jaiswa19@purdue.edu.

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disibilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.

About Purdue

Purdue University is located in West Lafayette, Indiana, within easy driving distance of Indianapolis and Chicago.

Purdue University is one of the nation's leading land-grant universities, with a full range of academic majors, more than 45,000 students and more than 10,000 employees.

FLSA Status

Exempt

About Purdue University

Public research university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

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