Join Us!

Special opportunities:

We have an NIH funded opportunity for postdoctoral fellows open for 2021 on molecular mechanisms of AP-1 in yeast and stem cells!

We are currently recruiting through the Michigan Pioneer Program (https://umichpioneerprogram.org/ ), we are open to any innovative ideas for collaborative projects

We are currently recruiting technician candidates to work on AP-1 in stem cells and novel AP-1 regulators in yeast.

We are always looking for motivated and creative people who want to join us.

Postdoc candidates:

We're always willing to consider motivated and productive candidates interested in the diverse aspects of membrane traffic that we study. Key criteria are enthusiasm for basic research, a collegial approach to science, and a track record of high quality science.

Informal inquiries are welcome.

Formal applications should include the following:

  • Cover letter, indicating current and future research interests, and expected availability date

  • CV (Curriculum Vitae)

  • Links to publications or preprints

  • Contact information for two to four references

Email all questions or applications to Mara at mcduncan@umich.edu

PhD students:

PhD students are recruited through the Program in Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS). PIBS admissions packages are due in early December every year, for start-dates in the following Summer or Fall. Students typically complete 3-4 rotations before selecting a thesis lab, and graduate program. If you are considering applying to PIBS and want to know more about the graduate programs we belong to, or are a PIBS student interested in our research. Please contact Mara at mcduncan@umich.edu