Postdoctoral Associate – Biology (mTORC1/Aphid Symbiosis)

About the role

The University of Miami’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks a full‑time Postdoctoral Associate in the Wilson Lab to investigate how the nutrient‑sensing pathway mTORC1 regulates the aphid‑Buchnera endosymbiosis. The role combines laboratory work with a substantial computational component and is part of a collaborative research team.

Key responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to test the hypothesis that mTORC1 coordinates bacterial population growth with host development.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret both wet‑lab and computational data.
• Prepare research reports, technical papers, and contribute as first author to peer‑reviewed publications.
• Co‑mentor undergraduate researchers and support their project development.
• Participate in lab meetings, seminars, and conference presentations.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Strong interest in host‑microbe interactions, symbiosis, or nutrient‑sensing pathways.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a developing experimental system.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to publish as first author and co‑mentor students.
• Support for conference travel and professional development.
• Mentoring for independent fellowship applications.
• Access to University of Miami career development resources for postdoctoral scholars.