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Michigan State University

Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Michigan State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528

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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 clinic al and translational studies on prevention, precision nutri-genomics, diagnostics, biomarkers, therapeutics, and outcomes. Methods vary widely from randomized clinical trials to multi-omics explorations, imaging, biomarker development, stable-isotope tracers, stable-isotope tracers, and large-scale data set s 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 p otential exposure to animals or to specimens with Mycobacterium

Website http://phd.msu.edu

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