Postdoctoral Positions List

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posted on	investigator	laboratory focus	position description	contact
09/16/2026	Yunsik Kang, PhD	The project offers opportunities to use in vivo genetic models (Drosophila, yeast and/or zebrafish), and high-resolution fluorescence imaging to dissect lipid transfer mechanisms directly in physiological contexts.	Training in the Kang Lab supports postdocs pursuing academic or non-academic career paths. Scholars will have access to tailored professional development, including: • Guaranteed funding for annual attendance and abstract presentations at national and international conferences (e.g., CSHL Glia, ASCB, or model organism meetings). • Structured mentoring leadership opportunities through supervising graduate rotation students and summer research fellows. • Direct, individualized guidance for career transitions, including grant writing (such as NIH K99/R00 or foundation fellowships), research presentation refinement, and chalk talk practice.	Yunsik.Kang@Cuanschutz.edu Jasmine.deol@cuanschutz.edu
09/16/2026	Carissa Thomas, MD, MPH - Associate Professor of Otolaryngology	The Thomas Lab is recruiting a postdoctoral associate for a funded position to study how intratumoral bacteria modulate the tumor microenvironment in oral squamous cell carcinoma. This 4-5-year project is supported by an NIH R56, the HNC SPORE, and o	The Thomas Lab at the University of Colorado Anschutz is building a dynamic head and neck cancer research program focused on cancer biology, the role of the microbiome in cancer progression and treatment resistance, mechanisms of cancer-related pain, and clinical outcomes research. The lab also collaborates on studies of head and neck cancer cachexia, including investigations into how the gut microbiome contributes to cachexia and whether it can be therapeutically modified. As a new and growing lab, we offer an energetic, collaborative environment where team members have opportunities to take meaningful ownership of their work and help shape the research program's development. Dr. Thomas is a surgeon-scientist whose time is divided between clinical care and research. As a result, successful lab members are self-directed, resourceful, and comfortable troubleshooting independently while knowing when to seek input or assistance. We value individuals who take initiative, communicate well,	Dr. Carissa Thomas at carissa.thomas@cuanschutz.edu
08/19/2026	Katherine Fantauzzo	The Fantauzzo Lab at the University of Colorado Anschutz is focused on investigating the mechanism and function of signaling through a particular RTK family, PDGF receptor family. Learn more at external link	An immediate postdoctoral fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Katherine Fantauzzo in the Department of Craniofacial, Oral and Materials Sciences to study PDGFR dimmer- specific dynamics in the mouse craniofacial meshenchyme. Available projects will utilize novel PDGFR-BiFC knockin mouse models to 1) determine how PDGF ligand identity and concentration affect receptor dimerization and internalization using flow cytometry and CITE-seq in combination with spatial transcriptomics; and 2) characterize the dimer-specific interacting proteins that mediate differential internalization and trafficking of the various PDGFR dimers in vitro and in vivo.	Please send a cover letter describing your research interests and career goals, a CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Katherine Fantauzzo at katherine.fantauzzo@cuanschutz.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
08/13/2026	Jason Tregellas, PhD, Joseph Sakai, MD, Kristina Legget, PhD, “Developmental Psychopathology, Psychobiology, and Behavior”	NIH-funded T32 postdoctoral fellowship, NIMH T32MH015442, now in its 48th year. Focuses include vulnerable infants and/or children, genetic influences on behavior, developmental aspects of psychosis & more. See our flyer & website for full details	This two-year training program combines a Core Curriculum, seminars, and individualized faculty-mentored research focused on the identification, causes, progression, and treatment of developmental psychopathology. Training emphasizes multispecialty collaboration across basic and clinical science, with opportunities in molecular research, biomarkers, genetics, neuroimaging, epidemiology, phenomenology, treatment, and intervention science. Research spans disorders including ADHD, autism, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, aggression, conduct disorder, and substance use, and includes diverse populations from infancy through young adulthood and pregnant women. The program prepares trainees for research independence through manuscripts and grant submissions. Applicants must have a doctoral degree before starting and be U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or permanent residents. Physicians, especially Child Psychiatrists, are encouraged to apply.	DPRG@ucdenver.edu
08/04/2026	Ihuoma Eneli, MD, MS, Nancy F. Krebs, MD, MS, and Kristen E. Boyle, PhD	1) obesity and its co-morbidities; 2) nutrition, diet and eating behavior; and 3) lifecourse and development.	The University of Colorado Anschutz is now accepting applications for NIH-funded T32 postdoctoral fellowship positions beginning July 2027. This postdoctoral fellowship is based at a leading academic medical center and is designed for MDs and PhDs pursuing academic careers in nutrition-related research. We especially encourage physician applicants who are interested in integrating clinical expertise with research training to address critical questions in nutrition science and health. Trainees will develop the skills to become independent investigators in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Our mentors span diverse areas including: Basic and human laboratory-based research Behavioral sciences Epidemiology and health disparities Multi-omics (e.g., epigenetics, gut microbiome, metabolomics, foodomics) Implementation science across the lifespan Only U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, and permanent U.S. residents may be appointed to a T32.	NutritionT32@cuanschutz.edu
11/04/2025	Edward Lau	Our research studies protein homeostasis and dynamics using proteomics and bioinformatics methods. Current projects include spatial proteomics of organelle-specific proteostatic response, and deep learning predictions of protein levels from RNA-seq.	A fully funded Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the lab of Dr. Edward Lau at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (external link ). Our research uses genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics approaches to study protein synthesis, degradation, and localization, and how these dynamic parameters alter in aging and diseases. We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow who is experienced in quantitative life science research. The ideal candidate should have experience performing original research in one or more areas related to gene expression regulation, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, protein degradation, or human induced pluripotent stem cell models. We are seeking applicants who are passionate about performing research in an academic setting, show excellent organizational skills, able to work both independently and in a team setting, dedicated to maintaining a healthy and respectful workplace.	edward.lau@cuanschutz.edu