美国新墨西哥大学综合癌症中心招聘博士后—微管蛋白编码、细胞生物学和癌症信号传导

美国新墨西哥大学综合癌症中心招聘博士后—微管蛋白编码、细胞生物学和癌症信号传导

Postdoctoral Fellow – Tubulin Code, Cell Biology and Cancer Signaling - UNMCCC

Employer

University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center

Location

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Salary

Starting Salary is based on NIH PayScale - $62,232 - $67,824 per year + benefits

Closing date

May 19, 2026

Discipline

Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Physical Sciences, Health Sciences, Other, Cancer Research

Position Type

Contract

Job Type

Postdoc, Postdoc Fellowship

Organization Type

Academia

Job Details

University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center – Albuquerque, NM, USA

Join an NIH R01-funded research program at the intersection of structural biology, cell signaling, and cancer biology. We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Fellow to decode the "Tubulin Code"—investigating how the microtubule cytoskeleton functions as an active and dynamic signaling hub governing cellular homeostasis and cancer progression.

Research Highlights

The successful candidate will investigate how tubulin isotypes, post-translational modifications (PTMs), and the microtubule conformational code regulate cellular function through three primary pillars:

Reader screening & characterization: Utilizing a robust, unbiased quantitative proteomics pipeline to identify MAPs that "read" specific microtubule states (PMID: 35963242).

Signaling & disease pathologies: Exploring how tubulin code functions in healthy cells (PMID: 41662400) and how it is dysregulated in diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration.

Next-generation tool development: Utilizing fluorescent Fab probes and live-cell sensors to visualize cytoskeleton dynamics in real-time (PMID: 37716348).

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field (recent graduates encouraged)

Interdisciplinary candidates welcome: We strongly encourage applications from candidates outside the microtubule field in health science (e.g., Plant Biology, Structural Biology, or Bioengineering) who possess strong transferable skills in microscopy and protein biochemistry.

Technical background in advanced fluorescence microscopy, cell culture, and/or in vitro protein biochemistry. Experience in mass spectrometry is a plus.

Proven track record of scientific productivity and strong communication skills.

Why UNM Cancer Center?

Collaborative environment: The Hotta group operates as an independent research team nested within the Puck Ohi Lab. This unique framework provides the dedicated, close mentorship of an early-career investigator combined with the extensive infrastructure, funding security, and collaborative network of an established microtubule research lab.

Work within a multidisciplinary, NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center with state-of-the-art core facilities.

Opportunities for high-impact publications and career development

Live in Albuquerque, NM—a vibrant city with rich culture and affordable living

Salary based on the NIH guidelines for Postdoctoral Trainees and Fellows, https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-25-105.html

Application:

To apply, please send a single PDF containing your CV, a brief cover letter outlining your research interests/goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. Takashi Hotta at Thotta@salud.unm.edu Please use “Postdoc Application: Tubulin Code – [Your Name]” as a title line.

For more about our research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/takashi.hotta.1/bibliography/public/

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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