#  \[OPEN\]: Springer Lab Special Postdoctoral Fellow Position (2026) 

 



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 **August 21 - August 30, 2026** 

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#### Position: Special Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Surface Receptors, Integrin Agonists, and Organoid Biology at Harvard Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital

##### Join the Lab of Tim Springer

Tim Springer, a leader in integrin biology, invites aspiring scientists to join his lab to advance groundbreaking research at the intersection of integrin signaling, organoid development, and cell surface receptor structure and mechanobiology. A new focus is bioengineering new materials for organoids, with wide-reaching implications for regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, and therapeutic development. This role offers mentorship and unique opportunities to establish a strong scientific foundation for launching an independent research career.

##### About the Role:

As a Special Postdoctoral Fellow, you will:

- Pursue cutting-edge research in areas such as:
    - Stem Cells and organoids: Develop and apply novel ligands that bind to temperature-dependent gels for stem cell and organoid growth
    - Cryo-EM: Activation of integrins and TGF-β and ligand binding
    - Mechanobiology: Integrin force transduction in adhesion and TGF-β activation
    - Single Molecules: Utilize advanced techniques including FRET and magnetic tweezers to explore
    - conformational change kinetics and force transmission in integrins and selectins
    - Innovative ReaLiSM: (Receptor and Ligand in Single Molecules) to study receptor-ligand binding dynamics
    - TGF-β Activation: Research localized activation at cell surfaces for new therapeutic targets
- Own and Develop Your Project: We encourage candidates to develop new research ideas, which they can carry forward to establish their own labs.

##### Key Techniques and Approaches:

- Organoid and stem cell systems
- Single-molecule imaging
- Cryo-EM
- FRET reporters using non-canonical amino acids
- Magnetic and laser tweezers
- Mechanobiology and therapeutic target discovery

##### Why Join Us?

- Mentorship from Tim Springer, renowned for his pioneering work in integrins and cell biology
- Work at the frontier of a rapidly expanding area bridging fundamental biophysics and translational biotech
- Independence and Growth: Develop projects that will empower your transition to an independent research career
- Collaborative environment at Harvard Medical School and Boston Children’s Hospital

##### Application Details: 

To apply, please email the following to [springer\_jobs@crystal.harvard.edu](mailto:springer_jobs@crystal.harvard.edu) with "Special Postdoctoral Fellow 26 - WS" in the subject line:

1. Cover letter (include a brief outline of your project interests)
2. CV
3. Three references

**Salary**: $78,000 annually  
**Appointment:** 1-year initial term, renewable (multi-year funding)  
**Start**: Spring/Summer 2026  
**Visa sponsorship**: Available

*The posted pay range is the Department of Pediatrics’ and Children’s Hospital Pediatric Associates inc. reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay estimate at the time of posting.*

*Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/vision/dental coverage, back-up child-care, disability benefits, retirement plans, professional expense accounts, commuter and other employee discounts.*

*Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.*



 

 



 

 

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