Postdoctoral positions on the study of neurodegenerative diseases
About the Role
Postdoctoral positions are immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Xin Qi in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The lab focuses on mitochondrial pathology in neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s disease, and ALS.
Research involves a combination of in vitro cell culture, in vivo transgenic animal models, and patient-derived neurons to study the mechanisms by which mitochondrial impairment contributes to neurodegeneration. Another research focus is the development of therapeutics that enhance mitochondrial function for the treatment of human diseases, using rationally designed peptide inhibitors of protein-protein interactions and high-throughput screening.
Responsibilities
- Participate in projects elucidating the molecular basis of mitochondrial damage and metabolic dysregulation in neurodegenerative diseases.
Requirements
- PhD and/or MD degree in neuroscience, molecular biology, cell biology, pharmacology, or a related field.
- Experience in neurodegenerative diseases is highly desired.
About the Institution
Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is one of the nation’s top universities and an independent, leading research institute located in Cleveland’s culturally vibrant University Circle. CWRU maintains a close partnership with Cleveland Clinic, a top hospital in the United States. The Cleveland metropolitan area is family-friendly, affordable, and home to top school systems in the U.S.
For additional information, visit the lab website.
Job posting number: #7367734. Application deadline: Open until filled.