HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Biology
Harvard University
Posted on Jan 14, 2026
Position
Details
| Title | HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Biology |
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| School | Harvard Medical School |
| Department/Area | Cell Biology |
| Position Description | We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellow position in the Harper lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Our laboratory works at the intersection of protein and organelle quality control, the ubiquitin system, and autophagy and its role in neurodegenerative disease. Through this systematic view, we seek to answer fundamental questions in cell biology and biochemistry: What are the molecular pathways that contribute to organelle repair in response to damage, with a primary focus on the endolysosomal system and mitochondria? What are the protein interaction networks that make up dynamic organelles? How to familial mutations in key organellar systems promote diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease? The successful candidate will work with Dr. Wade Harper to develop a research project within the scope of the lab focus. In addition to carrying out research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members, and contribute to overall lab operations and a collaborative environment. Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions. |
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| Special Instructions | Required documents:
Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work. Expected Dates
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| Contact Information | Wade Harper & Xheni Vaqari Harvard Medical School Department of Cell Biology 240 Longwood Ave. Boston, MA 02115 |
| Contact Email | Wade_Harper@hms.harvard.edu & Xheni_Vaqari@hms.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines. |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 3 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Note
- Publication