Postdoctoral Associate, Translational Dental Medicine, School of Dental Medicine

Position Overview The Erdogan Lab, a NIH‑funded research laboratory in the Department of Translational Dental Medicine at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join an interdisciplinary program investigating how neuro‑immune responses shape pain, infection, and tissue repair in oral barrier tissues. The lab operates at the interface of neurobiology, immunology, and microbiology, integrating in‑vivo disease models, systems‑level profiling, and translational approaches. The goal is to define how sensory neurons respond to and interact with immune and microbial signals in dental and oral tissues, translating insights into minimally invasive therapies and pain‑management strategies. The lab is located on the Boston University Medical Campus (BUMC) and collaborates actively with Boston’s leading academic and medical institutions. Key Responsibilities Design, execute, and lead independent and collaborative hypothesis‑driven research at the intersection of neuroimmunology and oral biology. Utilize in‑vivo models of dental injury, infection, and inflammation and chemogenetic approaches. Integrate molecular, cellular, and systems‑level approaches (e.g., flow cytometry, imaging, transcriptomics). Analyze complex datasets, including transcriptomic and microbiome data. Lead projects from experimental design through publication. Mentor trainees and contribute to a dynamic, team‑oriented lab environment. Required Qualifications Ph D, DDS/PhD, or an equivalent doctoral degree in immunology, neuroscience, microbiology, oral biology, or a related discipline. Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. A creative and rigorous scientist with a strong track record of research productivity. Excitement to tackle mechanistic, translational, cross‑disciplinary questions. Comfortable with (or eager to learn) in‑vivo biology and complex experimental systems. Preferred Qualifications Experience in neuroimmunology or pain biology. Experience in host‑microbe interactions or microbiome science. Experience with flow cytometry, advanced imaging, or spatial biology. Experience with transcriptomics. Candidates with clinical training in dentistry (DDS/DMD) with substantial research experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Research Environment The Erdogan Lab fosters a supportive, inclusive, and intellectually engaged culture that values curiosity, scientific rigor, and open collaboration. Job Details Job Location: Boston, MA, United States Position Type: Full‑Time/Regular, 2–5 years appointment contingent upon performance and funding. Salary Range: $67,500.00 – $75,000.00 per year, based on experience and qualifications. To Apply Please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to View email address on click.appcast.io . Subject line: Postdoctoral Associate Application – Neuro‑Immune Dental Research. For additional inquiries, please contact Dr. Ozge Erdogan at View email address on click.appcast.io . We are an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed