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Position Summary

The Molecular and Cellular Imaging Lab led by Dr. Erik Shapiro, PhD, housed in the Department of Radiology and IQ, is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join their team. Working at the intersection of molecular imaging and protein engineering, the Research Associate will use their cell and molecular biology skills to engineer mammalian transporter proteins for enhanced transport of imaging agents for using the transporters as molecular imaging reporter proteins.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Terminal -Biomedical engineering

Minimum Requirements

Expert in modern cell and molecular biology techniques, methods, strategies

Required Application Materials

• CV
• Brief statement of interest

Review of Applications Begins On

03/30/2026

Summary of Health Risks

Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.

Website

https://radiology.msu.edu/

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