Lab:
Orr lab, Neuroscience, BMRI, Appel Institute
Job Description:
The Orr laboratory at Weill Cornell Medicine investigates glial-neuronal interactions and neurodegenerative disorders and is seeking a postdoctoral associate to join our highly collaborative and dynamic team to uncover disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative conditions.
The position focuses on astrocyte receptor function and immunometabolic cascades, including redox signaling mechanisms and mitochondrial-nuclear crosstalk. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting molecular, biochemical, and live-cell imaging experiments in cell cultures and animal models, testing new drug candidates and genetic approaches in mouse models, evaluating functional alterations in neural activities and animal behavior, and mastering cutting-edge techniques to advance research projects.
The position requires strong organizational skills and independent thinking, up-to-date knowledge of relevant literature and emerging technologies, ability to perform rigorous experiments, presenting and publishing research findings in an effective and timely manner, and training junior personnel.
Preferred candidates will have previous experience in cell metabolism, electrophysiology, multiomic data analyses (lipidomics, metabolomics, and proteomic profiling), and/or human iPSC-derived models. Experience in computational methods and use of innovative methodologies is a plus. Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills, ability to work collaboratively and independently, and a dedication to biomedical research.
You will be responsible for the following:
- Conducting research projects independently and/or collaboratively with colleagues and following all pertinent Lab, Department, and College policies and procedures.
- Designing, organizing, and carrying out rigorous experiments using established protocols, and adapting to and designing new protocols.
- Collecting and analyzing research data, including keeping detailed records of experiments and research data.
- Compiling results for presentations and using graphics and statistical software to analyze and report data.
- Participate in manuscript preparation to publish results in research journals
- Assist the Principal Investigator in applying for fellowships, grants, and other support, as requested.
- Assume shared responsibility for some scientific operations of the laboratory, including training and supervising interns, students, and other laboratory personnel, as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Recent PhD degree in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, or related fields
- Demonstrated ability to perform research independently and in a team
- Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in electrophysiological methods in isolated neural cells and in vivo
- Experience in lipidomic and metabolomic profiling and/or epigenomic methods
- Demonstrated skills in scientific data processing, computation, and presentation
Application Process:
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your research experience, accomplishments, and career goals, and three references to Dr. Anna Orr (ago2002@med.cornell.edu).
Commitment to Diversity
Weill Cornell Medicine is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We seek out individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, and we work to create programs that support both our current employees and our recruitment efforts.
EEO Statement
Weill Cornell Medicine welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Appointment Term:
This is a one-year appointment with potential for annual reappointment contingent upon performance and funding availability.
Starting Date:
As soon as possible, based on recruitment process.
Location:
Belfer Research Building, 413 East 69th Street, New York, NY 10021
Lab and Department Websites:
The Orr lab: https://www.orrlaboratory.com/welcome
Appel Alzheimer’s Disease Research Institute: https://appel.weill.cornell.edu/
WCM Neuroscience Department: Faculty | Graduate School of Medical Sciences
Salary:
The starting salary is $75,812
Benefits:
A summary of employee benefits can be found on the WCM Human Resources website.
Visa Options:
Candidates applying for this position could be eligible for a J-1 Exchange visitor visa and the H-1B temporary worker visa.
Union Membership:
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Weill Cornell Medicine and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”), and its Local Union, Weill Cornell Medicine Postdocs United-UAW Local 4100.
Contact
- Appel Institute/BMRI