Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-32086-006

About the role

The Goosens Laboratory at the Center for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, invites applications for a first-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in translational biomedical science. The postdoctoral fellow will be mentored by Dr. Ki Goosens, Associate Professor of Medicine in Psychiatry and Pharmacological Sciences, and will focus on studying how hypothalamic and pituitary hormones contribute to disease in mouse models of Down Syndrome. The position is funded through a five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health.

The fellow will study multiple organ systems (brain, eye, bone, adipose) and collaborate with other trainees (graduate, undergraduate, or high school students) to collect, analyze, and interpret data. The fellow will receive strong mentorship, develop and annually reassess a career development plan, and be encouraged to contribute to additional projects while developing an independent line of research. Regular presentations at local events and conferences are expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on hypothalamic and pituitary hormones in mouse models of Down Syndrome.
• Study multiple organ systems, including brain, eye, bone, and adipose tissue.
• Collaborate with other trainees to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Develop and annually reassess a career development plan to promote independence.
• Contribute to additional lab projects and develop an independent line of research.
• Present research findings at local events and conferences.

Requirements

• PhD or MD-PhD in Neuroscience or a related biomedical science discipline.
• Strong background in statistics and data analysis.
• Experience breeding transgenic mouse lines and handling rodents.
• Prior history of sustained research productivity.
• Experience working in at least one of the following organ systems: brain, liver, bone, adipose, or immune.
• No prior postdoctoral training.

Qualifications

• Prior work in mouse models of Down Syndrome, hypothalamus or pituitary, or the neurobiology of Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Experience with immunostaining, Western blot, ELISA, and confocal microscopy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Initiative, troubleshooting ability, and ability to lead a small team.
• Interest in research translatable to human participants.

Benefits

• Eligibility for affordable Mount Sinai Housing within walking distance of the medical school and amenities.
• Visa sponsorship available on a case-by-case basis.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $72,500 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and operational need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

About the Institution

The Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, comprising over 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, 400+ outpatient practices, 300+ labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health through innovative research, education, and patient care, addressing complex health challenges. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and is a leader in research and medical education.