Postdoctoral Fellow II

Postdoctoral Fellow II Requisition ID: 2026-10560 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Research (non-Faculty) Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: College of Engineering Department: Biological and Chemical Engineering Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Fungal Biotechnology and Engineering (FBE) Lab in the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an interdisciplinary research program investigating electrical activity in fungal networks. This project brings together fungal biology, physiology, microscopy, electrophysiology, and engineering to develop innovative experimental approaches for studying fungal systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to an emerging area of research while working within a highly collaborative and supportive environment. The position is fully funded and includes a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research team led by Dr. Erika J. Espinosa-Ortiz and work closely with Dr. Jixun Zhan, Dr. Lukas Buecherl, and Dr. Venkatraman Siddharthan at Utah State University. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a highly interdisciplinary environment spanning fungal biology, engineering, and advanced imaging technologies. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Responsibilities The successful candidate will contribute to the development and implementation of experimental approaches for studying electrical activity in fungal networks, including: * Molecular and genetic manipulation of fungal systems. * Live-cell imaging and microscopy-based measurements. * Physiological characterization and experimental validation. * Development and optimization of laboratory protocols and experimental workflows. * Design and fabrication of custom experimental platforms, devices, and instrumentation. * Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. * Preparation of manuscripts, reports, and presentations. Qualifications Minimum: * Ph.D. in Biological Engineering, Microbiology, Mycology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Biophysics, Bioengineering, Neuroscience, or a closely related field * Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and scientific productivity * Experience with molecular biology and genetic manipulation * Experience with fluorescence microscopy and live-cell imaging * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team Preferred Applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply: * Filamentous fungal biology (Neurospora, Aspergillus, or related systems) * Fungal, microbial, or cellular physiology * Experience with biochemistry (protein expression and analysis, western blot, etc) * Electrophysiology and/or... For full info follow application link. USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, col or, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discriminatio ).