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Postdoctoral Fellow - Van Aelst Lab
Job Description
- Position Description
A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Linda Van Aelst, Professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
The main focus of research will be to study the roles of genes associated with human diseases in the development and function of neural circuits, using molecular, genetic and viral engineering, optogenetics, imaging, electrophysiology, and behavior analysis. For selected papers of the Van Aelst lab: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/linda.van%20aelst.1/bibliography/public/
Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program.
We believe that science is for everyone. We have had researchers with a variety of backgrounds and believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.- Position Requirements
Applicants should have preferably a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a closely related area, and be highly motivated and dedicated to research. Solid background in molecular biology, imaging and/or electrophysiology is highly desirable.
Interested applicants should send CV and cover letter to vanaelst@cshl.edu. Must include publication list, brief description of research interests, and contact information for three references. In addition, the candidates should upload their application online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cshl? Position ID:02796-R
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits , Postdoctoral Landing & Postdoctoral Fellow Stipend Schedule (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) sites to learn more.
You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition to your employment at the Laboratory. You will be required to provide proof of your vaccination on your first day of employment. For those individuals, who are unable to receive a vaccine due to access issues, they will be expected to receive the vaccine upon arrival in New York.
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. VEVERRA
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