Visiting Fellow in Neuroscience

As a Postdoctoral Visiting Fellow, you will be working on projects related to Neuromuscular degeneration caused by mitochondrial dysfunction such as Mitochondrial myopathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and Troyer Syndrome.

You will be responsible for the following: 

• Conduct the research independently and/or collaboratively with colleagues to ensure all experiments are appropriately conducted following Lab, Department, and College policies and procedures.
• Designing, organizing, and carrying out experiments using established protocols, and sometimes adapting to and designing new protocols.
• Maintain mouse colonies and cultured cell lines used for the projects.
• Collect, prepare, and analyze research data. This may include keeping a detailed notebook summarizing experiments and recording research data and/or maintaining a computer database of the research data.
• Tabulate data for presentations and use graphics and statistical software to analyze and present data.
• Participate in abstract and article preparation with the Principal Investigator, publish results in research journals, and present findings at conferences.
• Assist the Principal Investigator in applying for fellowship, grant, and scholarship support, as requested.
• Assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory, including training and supervising interns, students, and other laboratory personnel, as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Established skills in standard laboratory techniques, e.g., cell culture, molecular cloning, mouse handling, transfections, qPCR, Western Blotting. Strong background in Research and Data Analysis.
• Ability to teach and train students in laboratory techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving ability and analytical thinking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ph.D. in related field or discipline.
• Effective communication skills, self-motivated, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative group environment.
• Peer-reviewed publications in molecular genetics, gene regulation, or related fields.
• Strong interest in understanding the biological/mechanistic basis of mitochondrial diseases.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, enthusiastic.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Prior research experience and expertise directly related to our lab specific projects.
• Hands-on experience with specialized techniques and equipment essential for assessment of OxPhos function.
• A strong publication record in mitochondrial disease field.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a cover letter on how their experience and interests relate to our work, and, if required, the names and contact information of two people who could provide letters of reference to:

Dr. Marilena D’Aurelio, PhD, Associate Professor of Research in Neuroscience

Email: mad2003@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 position is expected to last two years, beginning with a one-year appointment and the possibility of reappointment for a second year contingent upon satisfactory performance.

Starting Date: 

01/01/2027

Location of Appointment: 

Dr. Manfredi’s Mitochondrial and Neurodegeneration Lab at the Brain and Mind Research Institute, Weill Cornell Medicine, 407 E 61st street, 5th floor, room RR-511, New York, NY 10065

Lab and Department Websites: 

Lab Team | Mitochondria and Neurodegeneration Lab

Mitochondria and Neurodegeneration Lab | Weill Cornell Medicine

Salary:

$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.