Postdoctoral Fellow in Molluscan Cell Biology, Cell Line Development, and Organoid Engineering Harvard University in United States

Harvard University is advertising a Postdoctoral Fellow position in molluscan cell biology, cell line development, and organoid engineering within the Holford Laboratory in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology.

The project focuses on developing novel molluscan cell lines and organoid systems for marine invertebrate biology, environmental adaptation, biotechnology applications, and translational research. The successful candidate will work on cell culture, cell line engineering, organoid development, molecular and cellular characterization, gene editing/transfection, imaging, transcriptomics, proteomics, and functional analyses. The post also connects to research on cephalopod and conoidean venom glands and venom gene families, with applications to drug discovery and disease modeling.

Eligibility: applicants should have a PhD in cell biology, developmental biology, marine biology, molecular biology, biomedical sciences, bioengineering, or a related field by the time of appointment. Strong experience with mammalian, invertebrate, stem cell, or primary cell culture systems is required, along with a record of scientific productivity and strong communication/organization skills.

Funding and duration: this is a paid postdoctoral appointment with a salary range of $67,600-$80,000. The initial term is 1 year, with the possibility of extension up to 3 years based on performance.

Application: submit a CV, a 2-3 page cover letter, and the names/contact details of three professional references. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Earliest start date is September 1, 2026.

Contact: Professor Mandë Holford, [email protected].