Postdoctoral Researcher Jain Lab
Independent nonprofit research institute building AI-and-biology tools and conducting biomedical research on complex diseases.
About Arc Institute
Arc Institute is a Palo Alto-based independent nonprofit founded in 2021. It supports long-term biomedical research and develops experimental, computational, and machine-learning technologies, including virtual-cell and genomic foundation models, in partnership with Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and UCSF.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will investigate enzyme and vitamin functions, study how metabolites are sensed, and develop nutrient-based therapeutic strategies. You will collaborate on biochemical research, publish and present findings, represent the lab at conferences, and participate in lab and institute activities.
Requirements
- PhD in metabolism, animal physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genomics, or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Find new functions for enzymes and cofactors
- Contribute to understanding how the body senses key metabolites
- Develop nutrient-based therapeutic strategies
- Collaborate on biochemical research
- Publish and present research findings
- Participate in lab meetings and institute activities