Post Doctoral Fellow

One Post Doctoral Fellowship position is available in VARI’s Cell Signaling and Carcinogenesis Lab. This postdoctoral position is available immediately for a motivated PhD, MD, DVM, or DMD graduate with experience and publications in the fields of cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, anatomy, and/or physiology. The postdoctoral fellow will investigate signal transduction mechanisms that regulate Wnt signaling in development and disease.

Responsibilities: 
Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) provides postdoctoral training opportunities to scientists beginning their research careers. The fellowships are to help promising scientists advance their knowledge and research experience and at the same time support the research endeavors of VARI under the mentorship of a VARI Scientific Investigator. Postdoctoral fellows are appointed for a limited period of time, usually three years but no more than five years.

An integral part of postdoctoral training is the process of preparing a research proposal and writing a fellowship application. All VARI Postdoctoral Fellows are encouraged to apply for external funding as soon as it is practical and reasonable after hire. Receiving a fellowship award provides recognition for both the fellow and VARI.

1. A PhD, MD, DVM, or DMD in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, anatomy, and/or physiology (or a related field).
2. Successful presentation of a recruitment seminar and at least three (3) letters of recommendation. (In the case of candidates located outside of North America, the requirement for a seminar may be waived.)