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University of Massachusetts Lowell

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Microbiome

Pay: $50,000–$76,000/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Lowell, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.

$76,877 / year median in Massachusetts

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General Summary of Position:

The Palacios group at the University Massachusetts Lowell is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to focus on the role of the gut microbiome in relation to neurological disease in human epidemiological cohorts. Our research group aims to study, understand the role of the gut microbiome in brain health. We focus on cognitive decline/Alzheimer s disease as well as Parkinson s Disease and Depression. We maintain close collaborations with top local universities, including Harvard School of Public Health, Harvard Medical School, Tufts University and the UMass Medical School and the department of Veteran s Affairs. The postdoctoral fellow will work on NIH funded projects focused on the role of the gut microbiome in decline and Alzheimer s disease. There is opportunity for collaboration with our collaborators at University of Massachusetts, Harvard School of Public Health, and the US Dept of Veterans Affairs. More information about the Palacios group can be found at: https://sites.uml.edu/natalia-palacios/ Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education:

Doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics, quantitative biology, or related field by the time of the appointment.

Skills:

Experience with the analysis of gut microbiome metagenomics data in the context of human epidemiological research Experience and/or strong interest in neurodegenerative disease research Experience proficiency with Linux/Unix command line and research environments Very strong R programming skills Basic familiarity with scientific software management and cloud computing environments Excellence in research, communication and collaboration skills, as evidenced by publication record Experience with collaborative interdisciplinary research Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and writing

Additional Considerations:

Experience with untargeted metabolomics data preferred Working knowledge of Python preferred A record of publication in peer reviewed journals The position of Postdoctoral Research Associate will involve the ability to meet strict deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in analyses of untargeted metabolomics data Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period. This is a Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit position. Grade PD with formal salary range of $50,000 - $76,000. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received. This position is contingent upon funding. The appointment is for one-year contingent upon productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding. Please include a resume with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. Submission of a cover letter is optional.