Research Associate, Department of Neuroscience

About the role

The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a mass spectrometry focused Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the lab of Dr. Sarah Flowers. The Flowers Lab (flowerslab.org) is focused on Alzheimer’s disease with an interest in APOE, the most significant genetic risk factor for sporadic AD. We utilize mass spectrometry to understand how carbohydrate modifications are altered in AD, and use induced pluripotent stem cells and clinical samples to harness this knowledge for the identification of AD before pathology as well as therapeutic targets to stop the progression to AD. The lab is NIH-funded and equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to fundamental and translational research aimed at improving AD patient outcomes.
• Expand MS and biochemistry skills.
• Become confident in the AD field.
• Improve grant and manuscript writing skills.

Requirements

• A PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Neuroscience or related field conferred by the start date.
• Experience with Mass spectrometry sample preparation, instrumentation operation and method development preferably using Sciex instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Previous research experience focused on quantitative mass spectrometry, glycomics, glycoproteomics or advanced glycation end products is ideal.
• Previous experience in Alzheimer’s disease, APOE research or carbohydrate cell metabolism would be highly regarded.
• The ability to work independently, collaborate with a range of scientists and work as part of a diverse and supportive group is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Neuroscience or related field conferred by the start date.
• Experience with Mass spectrometry sample preparation, instrumentation operation and method development preferably using Sciex instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Previous research experience focused on quantitative mass spectrometry, glycomics, glycoproteomics or advanced glycation end products is ideal.
• Previous experience in Alzheimer’s disease, APOE research or carbohydrate cell metabolism would be highly regarded.
• The ability to work independently, collaborate with a range of scientists and work as part of a diverse and supportive group is essential.

Skills

• Independent research skills.
• Collaborative team player.
• Strong communication and publication skills.

Benefits

The University of Virginia offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

This is a 12-month appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

Contact Information

To Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0048696. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application with the following documents: CV/Resume, Cover letter, Contact information for 3 references, and upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.