Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology

The Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology is one of 18 academic departments of Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine. Biochemistry and Cell Biology is also one of five partner departments in the Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) graduate program, which awards PhD degrees through the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Currently there are over 160 graduate students in the MCB program.

Biochemistry and Cell Biology's commitment to excellence in research, education, and service is an important part of our mission. Collegial and collaborative interactions among faculty, postdoctoral research associates and fellows, graduate students, Dartmouth undergraduate students and staff are integral to our culture. The department is committed to ensuring that our environment is inclusive, welcoming and supportive for all community members. A general theme of our research is focused on defining molecular mechanisms that underlie fundamental cellular processes. Our studies continue to provide key insights on aging, atherosclerosis, cancer, diabetes, neurotransmission, prion disease, kidney disease and a range of human health related issues.

December 2025

BCB is Hiring!

Operations Coordinator – Dept of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Dartmouth College (Hanover, NH)
Full-time | Mon–Fri, 8–5 | On-site with some flexibility

We’re seeking an Ops Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys managing a diverse mix of projects and priorities. In this role, you’ll join a small team of supportive, hardworking, and welcoming administrators dedicated to keeping our operations running smoothly. If you’re organized, adaptable, willing to learn and bring a high level of professionalism to your work, we’d love to hear from you. Full job description here: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83885

November 2025

Congratulations to BCB postdoc Abubakar Khan on being elected to the Dartmouth Postdoctoral Association (DPA) executive board as co-president.

"Muhammad Abubakar Khan is a postdoc in biochemistry and microbiology in the Madden and Cramer Labs. He was recently elected to the Dartmouth Postdoctoral Association (DPA) executive board as co-president. Postdoctoral researcher Muhammad Abubakar Khan combines creativity, collaboration, and curiosity in his work at Dartmouth. In addition to studying fungal adaptation in the Madden and Cramer Labs, he was recently elected to the Dartmouth Postdoctoral Association’s executive board, where he champions connection and career development." Read more.

Congratulations to BCB Professor Soni Lacefield on Receiving the Genetics Society of America Ira Herskowitz Award!

We are thrilled to share that Soni Lacefield, PhD has been honored with the Ira Herskowitz Award from the Genetics Society of America. This prestigious award recognizes “outstanding contributions in the field of yeast research in the last 20 years” and is typically given to scientists under the age of 50 who have made significant advances in the field.

Professor Lacefield’s innovative work continues to deepen our understanding of yeast genetics and cell division, reinforcing her leadership in the research community.

Learn more about the award and this year’s honorees on the Genetics Society of America website.