Postdoctoral Fellow

The Kane lab at the Institute for Systems Biology is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow interested in the biology of aging to lead projects focused on understanding, measuring and predicting heterogeneity in aging, and particularly identifying epigenetic determinants and biomarkers of frailty. The ideal candidate will have experience in epigenetics, library preps, next generation sequencing and associated analyses. Specific experience with measurement and analysis of DNA methylation or histone modifications, and/or experience in the biology of aging is a plus. Current funded projects include the exploration of cross-sectional and longitudinal epigenetic (histone marks, DNA methylation, transcriptome) markers of frailty, aging and sex differences.

This role will work closely with the PI, as well as other collaborators and offers the freedom to pursue one’s own research interests. As a key part of a growing lab, this position offers opportunities for mentorship, leadership and career advancement. Postdoc salaries at ISB are very competitive, and there is the opportunity to substantially supplement salary with local fellowship funding for excellent candidates. Candidates also have the opportunity to be part of the University of Washington Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging T32 Training Grant.

Successful candidates should have (or shortly be awarded) a Ph.D. in Biology, Systems Biology, Physiology, Computational Biology, Biological or Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Candidates should have excellent organization and communication skills, and will be expected to manage projects, submit papers for publication and contribute to grant writing.

Applicants should include a CV and a brief (1 or 2-page) cover letter summarizing their background, future research interests and fit for this position.

ISB is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Pay Range: ISB pays postdoctoral fellows on a scale based upon experience: $65,478 - $91,711 annually