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Title	Postdoctoral Fellow – NHP Immunology and Organ Chips
School	Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering
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Position Description	About the Wyss: The Wyss Institute’s mission is to transform healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds. We harness the imagination of academia and the focus of industry to translate ground-breaking technologies into commercial products that solve big problems. We support research that universities, companies, and venture capital firms don’t fund because they view it as too risky. We prefer to use the word “challenging,” and we love challenges. For more information, discover our technologies, catch up on our recent news, or watch our latest videos. About this Role: The Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University seeks outstanding postdoctoral applicants with expertise in non-human primate immunology and virology or analysis of spatial omics data to join an interdisciplinary team of biologists and engineers to leverage in vitro organ-on-a-chip (Organ Chip) microfluidic culture systems to study and model and compare adaptive immunity and radiation toxicity in non-human primate and humans. The position is within a team lead by Dr. Don Ingber and Dr. Girija Goyal which is developing model systems to help pharma and regulatory authorities make better decisions and therapies to treat radiation toxicity and develop better vaccines against respiratory viruses. In addition to contributing to or leading the publication of research articles, this role provides the opportunity to present your research to regulatory agencies, investors, pharma companies etc. Learn more about the innovative work led by Dr. Don Ingber here: https://wyss.harvard.edu/technology/human-organs-on-chips/ What you’ll do: Develop models of intramuscular vaccination using NHP cellsWork closely with cross-functional team members to develop hypotheses, interpret data, and advance project goals. Interpret spatial omics and functional data to describe differences in adaptive immune responses to vaccination and the effect of radiation toxicity on lymph nodes between published data in humans and NHPs and organ chip data. Present key results to project teams and stakeholders. Lead the preparation of research articles. Contribute to grants and patent applications. Mentor students and technicians and provide project feedback. Additional Information: We encourage candidates to apply by September 9, 2026 Duration: This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position. Salary and Benefits: This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions. Access to Harvard’s libraries and research core facilities, as well as support from the Wyss’s in-house Clinical & Translational Research Core and Machine Shop. Robust administrative and operational support for office and lab needs. Availability of flexible work arrangements for some administrative positions dependent on Institute needs. Newly constructed office and laboratory space in Boston’s Fenway District. Our space has multiple amenities which include: roof top terrace, fitness center, locker room, bike storage, and close proximity to numerous restaurants and cultural attractions. Why you’ll like working with us: At the Wyss Institute, you’re a member of a supportive, dynamic community that is united by its shared goal of changing the world through groundbreaking technology development and commercialization. We encourage your professional growth and development through mentorship and tuition reimbursement to support continued learning, and more. Our facility is located in a new, state-of-the-art life sciences building in the lively Fenway neighborhood, where you have access to multiple amenities including a roof top terrace with stunning views of Boston and proximity to numerous restaurants and cultural attractions. We value an inclusive and diverse workforce, and believe that our differences enrich the work environment for all. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on career information and the latest news from the Wyss Institute.
Basic Qualifications	What you’ll Need: Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. Ability to work in an independent manner and meet specific goals and milestones, but serve as part of a interdisciplinary team. Experience with immunological assays with NHP cells is required. Hands-on experience in performing primary human- and cancer- cell culture, complex cell-based assay development and screening technologies (including multicolor flow cytometry, RNA-seq, library preparation for sc RNA -seq, MSD, ELISA, etc.).
Additional Qualifications	Desirable Skills:• Experience interpreting and integrating multi-omics datasets, including single-cell RNA-seq, bulk RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, proteomics, secretome/exosome profiling, and functional assay data. Experience with respiratory virology in vivo or in vitro Track record of innovative research in an academic or research setting. Exceptional organizational, technical writing abilities, and record-keeping skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Curiosity and interest in learning about microfluidic cultures and organ chips and desire to conduct research using these models.
Special Instructions	Applications should contain: A complete resume. Cover letter describing research interests and goals. Full list of publications, and copies of up to three relevant scientific papers. A Document uploaded with names and contact information of three references (expected to provide letters of recommendation).
Contact Information	Wyss Institute Academic Affairs Academic.Affairs@wyss.harvard.edu
Contact Email	Academic.Affairs@wyss.harvard.edu
Salary Range	Starting Salary of $72,000 to $ 77,500 depending on experience
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Keywords	Wyss Institute, Electrochemical Biosensor Development, Bioengineering, Airborne Infectious Disease

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