MSU - Michigan State University
Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
MSU - Michigan State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
Position Summary
The research team of Dr. Miriam B. Vos is focused on solving metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and the early presentation of cardiovascular disease risk in children through clinical and translational studies on prevention, precision nutrigenomics, diagnostics, biomarkers, therapeutics, and outcomes. Methods vary widely from randomized clinical trials to multi-omics explorations, imaging, biomarker development, stable-isotope tracers, and large-scale data sets and machine learning.
The lab is now recruiting for a postdoctoral researcher, who will help design and conduct research relating to child health, precision nutrition, metabolism, and MASLD.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree Doctorate – Biology or a related field
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a terminal degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent).
Desired Qualifications
Expertise in childhood metabolic disease
Experience with clinical trials
Experience conducting research in Spanish language‑predominant US communities
A strong record of research accomplishments
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Training in machine learning
Strong organizational skills
Required Application Materials
Cover Letter
CV
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Review of Applications Begins On 12/23/2025
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions.
TB risk or work within 3 feet of human patients in a health care setting or have potential exposure to animals or to specimens with Mycobacterium
Website http://phd.msu.edu
MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life‑changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree‑granting colleges.
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The lab is now recruiting for a postdoctoral researcher, who will help design and conduct research relating to child health, precision nutrition, metabolism, and MASLD.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree Doctorate – Biology or a related field
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a terminal degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent).
Desired Qualifications
Expertise in childhood metabolic disease
Experience with clinical trials
Experience conducting research in Spanish language‑predominant US communities
A strong record of research accomplishments
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Training in machine learning
Strong organizational skills
Required Application Materials
Cover Letter
CV
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Review of Applications Begins On 12/23/2025
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions.
TB risk or work within 3 feet of human patients in a health care setting or have potential exposure to animals or to specimens with Mycobacterium
Website http://phd.msu.edu
MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life‑changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree‑granting colleges.
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