Labcorp is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team in Madison, WI.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, First Shift
Job Summary:
This is a highly skilled scientific role within the Global Immunology and Immunotoxicology (I&I) team, supporting the development and implementation of bone marrow-on-a-chip platforms and advanced in vitro models within the broader Early Development organization. The position contributes to translational research by designing, validating, and applying microphysiological systems to study hematopoiesis, immune responses, and disease biology.
The primary objective of this postdoctoral role is to advance the I&I New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) strategy by enabling more predictive, human-relevant models of the hematopoietic compartment. This work aims to reduce reliance on animal models, improve translational relevance, and accelerate decision-making in drug development and safety assessment.
Job Responsibilities:
Experience with building microphysiological systems for support of advance immunology understandingBone marrow-on-a-chip system design, development, and optimizationApplication and assay developmentInstrument and model validation activitiesGeneral support for cell based assaysWork closely with both global and local management to align research priorities and deliverablesPrepare scientific documentation including publications and presentationsMinimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, biology, immunology, biochemistry or related life science4 or more years of experience in advanced cell culture systems1 or more peer-reviewed publications in the field of bioengineering, microfluidics, hematopoiesis or immunology with at least one as a first author publication in press or submissionPreferred Qualifications:
3 or more years of experience with bone marrow biology, hematopoiesis, or immune organ modeling3 or more years of experience with microfluidics and/or 3-D culture systems3 or more years of experience with immunological assays (e.g. flow cytometry, ELISA)1 or more peer-reviewed publications on the subject of hematopoiesis, bone marrow physiology, or microfluid/3-D cell culture systemsAdditional Job Standards:
Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload and problem solve with little or no direct supervisionStrong documentation and scientific writing experienceMust be able to work cross-functionally and in a fast-paced environmentExperience managing multiple research projects with ability to work independentlyExperience mentoring junior technicians or scientistsDemonstrated ability to independently design and execute research projectsPay Range: $80k - 90k
All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here.
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