Research Postdoctoral Fellow - Leukodystrophy Center

About the role

The Research Postdoctoral Fellow will participate in research focused on understanding disease mechanisms and developing novel therapeutic approaches for leukodystrophies. The laboratory of Dr. Adeline Vanderver investigates the pathogenesis and treatment of multiple leukodystrophies, including Hypomyelination with Atrophy of the Basal Ganglia and Cerebellum (H-ABC), Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome (AGS), Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, BLOC1S1-related Leukodystrophy, and Alexander Disease. The laboratory utilizes a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including transgenic mouse models, induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based disease models, live-cell imaging, spatial molecular profiling, and other advanced molecular and cellular approaches.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent scholarly research and develop new methods and protocols
• Participate in project planning, recording and evaluation of data
• Acquire technical, lab management and grant writing skills
• Participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentation at national meetings
• Supervise junior lab members
• Assist with other research projects

Requirements

• Doctorate - Required
• Strong background in neuroscience, neurobiology, molecular biology, or a related field
• Experience with iPSC-based models, mouse models, gene therapy approaches, or leukodystrophy research is highly desirable, but not required

Qualifications

• Ability to wear a respirator device

Skills

• Ability to design and conduct experiments
• Ability to maintain accurate research records
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to prepare manuscripts and scientific reports
• Ability to contribute to grant applications
• Ability to mentor junior laboratory members
• Ability to assist with other research projects

Benefits

The position offers participation in grant-funded research programs, manuscript preparation, and attendance and presentation at national and international scientific meetings. The Research Postdoctoral Fellow will work independently within a highly collaborative and fast-paced research environment under the mentorship of Dr. Adeline Vanderver and senior research scientists.

Pay

SALARY RANGE: $20,800.00 - $110,400.00 Annually

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

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