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We are actively recruiting for the positions listed below.
Post-Doctoral Positions
Position Requirements:
PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related fields. Demonstration of high quality work and impactful publication(s) as a first author. A passion for innovation, curiosity-driven research, and a collaborative spirit.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing and conducting experiments using mice, human islets, and cell culture systems.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams within and beyond UW-Madison.
Utilizing state-of-the-art techniques such as single cell multiomics, spatial transcriptomics, and advanced imaging to investigate the heterogeneity of cell stress responses
Preparing manuscript and presentations
Publishing high-impact research in leading journals.
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file including the following:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) with complete publication list. A brief statement (1–2 pages) describing your research achievements, interests, and how you can contribute to our laboratory. Contact information for three referees.
Applications should be sent directly to: Dr. Feyza Engin. Email: fengin@wisc.edu
Graduate Students
To become a doctoral student in the Engin lab, please apply directly to one of the graduate programs listed below. Upon acceptance to the program, contact Dr. Engin to arrange a rotation.
Integrated Program in Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbial Doctoral Training Program, Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology, Nutrition and Metabolism, and Medical Scientist Training Program.
Research Interns
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in biology or related science field. Applicants should have strong organizational skills, a strong sense of responsibility, good attention to detail, excellent record keeping. Working independently, collaboratively, and in a team environment, ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately and a willingness to learn and to receive feedback are required. The position is a terrific opportunity for developing research skills and making significant contributions to publications.
Priority a will be given to the candidate who could commit 1.5-2 years to the position, due the extensive period of training.
Position Duties: The research intern will:
• conduct independent research under the guidance of the PI involving histology, immunofluorescence, microscopy.
• maintain genetically manipulated mouse, characterize metabolic phenotypes (body weight, and glucose measurements), and perform PCR-based genotyping
• administer drug or chemicals to mice, collect serum, and tissues. Perform mouse pancreatic islet isolation.
Application Instructions: Please send a CV, a cover letter, and a list of at 3 references to fengin@wisc.edu.
Undergraduates
We are strongly committed to mentoring undergraduate students. Due to the capacity of the lab, we can only take a limited number of students each year. Please consider the following:
10-12 hrs per week is the minimum requirement during the semester. Please consider your course workload and extracurricular activities before you apply.
We usually accept students no later than the fall semester of their junior year. Most students join the lab during their sophomore year. We generally give priority to students who can spend at least one summer in the lab.
Please, indicate your availability for a summer training in your application email.