Lab Fly Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

How to Apply
Please submit the following materials in a single PDF to [email protected] :
- Cover Letter: Summarize your research experience, career goals, and expertise relevant to circadian biology, sleep, or related fields.
- Curriculum Vitae: Include a list of publications with brief (1 paragraph) descriptions of your contributions to each published work.
- References: Provide names and contact information for at least three professional references.
In addition to emailing Dr. Yadlapalli, please submit your application materials by applying directly to this job posting.
Who We Are
Research Focus:
The Yadlapalli Lab is excited to explore the following key research areas:
Clock Protein Condensates: Defining the role of protein condensates in circadian rhythm regulation.
Clock mRNA Localization: Exploring the spatiotemporal organization of clock mRNAs and their localization to specific ribonucleoprotein (RNP) bodies, including underlying regulatory mechanisms.
Chromatin Accessibility: Investigating the dynamics of chromatin accessibility in clock-controlled genes.
Sleep Regulation: Investigate the molecular and cellular basis of sleep regulation.
Postdoctoral fellows will lead independent projects within these areas, leveraging their expertise to advance ongoing research and develop innovative research programs that lay the foundation for their future independent laboratories.
Learn More About Us:
- Lab Website: https://yadlapallilab.org
- Publications: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=otQ6T6gAAAAJ&hl=en
Why Join Us?
The Yadlapalli Lab offers a unique opportunity to conduct research at the intersection of circadian biology, cell biology, and RNA biology, and contribute to transformative discoveries in circadian rhythms and sleep. As a postdoctoral fellow, you will work in a supportive and dynamic environment, receive personalized mentorship, and gain the skills and experience needed to launch a successful independent career. The University of Michigan provides a rich academic community, world-class resources, and a vibrant campus life in Ann Arbor, a city known for its cultural and intellectual energy. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Swathi Yadlapalli at [email protected]
Job Summary
The Yadlapalli Lab at the University of Michigan's, Department of Cell & Developmental Biology is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Postdoctoral Fellow to join our research team. We are a group of scientists dedicated to addressing fundamental questions in circadian biology and sleep, using Drosophila melanogaster and mammalian cells as our model systems. Our lab has pioneered innovative cell biological approaches, enabling unprecedented visualization of individual clock mRNAs, genes, and proteins with subcellular resolution in intact fly brains.
Recent research from our lab has provided the first insights into the how spatiotemporal organization of clock components in clock neurons controls circadian rhythms. We employ state-of-the-art techniques in fly neurogenetics, proteomics, molecular biology, RNA biology, multi-omics, and quantitative imaging to investigate circadian mechanisms at molecular and cellular levels.
Postdoctoral fellows will join a supportive, inclusive environment and contribute to exciting research while developing their own independent research programs.
Required Qualifications*

• Ph.D. in a relevant field such as neurobiology, molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, or biochemistry.
• Strong interest in circadian biology, sleep, or related fields, with a desire to tackle challenging scientific questions.
• Experience with Drosophila genetics, imaging, RNA biology, biochemistry, or omics approaches is preferred but not required.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
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Application Deadline
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Job Detail
Job Opening ID
276698
Working Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Job Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Cell & Developmntl Biology
Posting Begin/End Date
4/23/2026 - 7/07/2026
Career Interest
Research Fellows