PhD Chemistry Jobs at inSTEM | Apply Now For The Postdoctoral Fellow Role
The Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (inStem), Bengaluru, is inviting applications for a prestigious Postdoctoral Fellow position in the lab of Dr. Sunil Laxman. This is a unique opportunity for PhD holders in chemistry or chemical biology to work on cutting-edge research involving mitochondrial proteomics and redox-dependent protein analysis using LC/MS/MS techniques.
- Job Position: Postdoctoral Fellow (RA-I level)
- Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
- Job ID: inStem/Temp/33/2025
About the Institute:
The Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (inStem), located in Bangalore, is an autonomous research institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. BRIC-inStem conducts advanced research in stem cell biology, regeneration, and disease, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and translational outcomes.
Job Description:
Applications are invited for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow (RA-I level) in the laboratory of Dr. Sunil Laxman at inStem. The selected candidate will engage in cutting-edge research on quantitative analysis of mitochondrial proteins and redox-dependent changes in mitochondrial and cytosolic proteins using chemical-based probing in cell lines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Quantitative chemical biology research focused on mitochondrial proteins.
- Apply LC/MS/MS mass spectrometry-based proteomics.
- Utilize software like MaxQuant and ProteinPilot (Sciex).
- Perform sample preparations including ReDiMi labeling, IP-MS, and PTM enrichment.
- Analyze enzyme functions and kinetics with a strong focus on quantitative biology.
- Contribute to publications and collaborate within a fast-paced, interdisciplinary research team.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Biology.
- Demonstrated expertise in chemical biology and activity-based chemical probing (with publications).
- Hands-on experience in proteomics and LC/MS/MS.
- Proficient in software like MaxQuant and ProteinPilot.
- Strong background in quantitative biology, enzyme kinetics, and functional annotation.
Tenure: Contractual appointment for up to one year, renewable based on review and funding.
Last Date to Apply: August 15, 2025
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