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Title	HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Biology
School	Harvard Medical School
Department/Area	Cell Biology
Position Description	We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellow position in the laboratory of Dr. Marcia Haigis at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. The Haigis laboratory investigates the molecular basis of metabolic regulation in health, aging, and disease. The Haigis laboratory is interested in identifying fundamental new metabolic pathways using metabolomic, biochemical, and genetic approaches. These are then applied to deepen understanding of normal physiology and contributions to diseases of aging, such as cancer and immune dysfunction. Projects are highly collaborative. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Marcia Haigis to develop a research project within the scope of the lab focus. In addition to carrying out research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members, and contribute to overall lab operations and a collaborative environment. *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-policies. 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.
Basic Qualifications	Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in such as Cell or Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related fields. Expertise in any of the following fields would be beneficial: mass spectrometry, metabolite profiling, protein purification, biochemistry, genetic screening, mouse physiology, cancer biology, and structural biology. and structural biology.
Additional Qualifications	If visa sponsorship is needed, Harvard retains the discretion to determine which visa status is appropriate and whether a visa sponsorship application will ultimately be submitted, including payment of any applicable fees.
Special Instructions	*Required documents:* Curriculum Vitae Statement of Research for PhD work Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab. A NOTE with names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your reference Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on November 06, 2026. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work. *Expected Dates:* Application deadline: November 05, 2026 Start date: The position is expected to start on or around December 14, 2026, with some flexibility. 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.
Contact Information	Marcia Haigis Harvard Medical School Department of Cell Biology 240 Longwood Ave. LHRRB 3rd Floor Boston, MA 02115
Contact Email	Marcia_Haigis@hms.harvard.edu
Salary Range	*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-policies.
Minimum Number of References Required	3
Maximum Number of References Allowed	3
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