Postdoctoral Research Associate Positions in Cryo-EM Structural Biology or Cancer Biology

Weill Cornell Medicine, the medical college of Cornell University, located in the vibrant New York City, is seeking talented and motivated individuals for Postdoctoral Fellow positions. This is an exceptional opportunity to join our esteemed institution and contribute to cutting-edge research in the exciting areas: Cryo-EM Structural Biology or Cancer Biology.

The first research project focuses on investigating the structural biology of transmembrane receptors and signaling complexes, with a particular emphasis on GPCRs and single-pass transmembrane receptors. Candidates applying for this position should possess extensive experience in cryo-EM structural studies of membrane proteins. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate with leading experts in the field.

The second research project centers around exploring the roles of fascin in cancer biology, including its involvement in tumor cells and intratumoral dendritic cells. We are seeking applicants with a strong background in mouse models of cancer to contribute to this exciting research area. This position offers the chance to make significant discoveries that may impact the understanding and treatment of cancer.

To apply, please submit a comprehensive application package consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), and the names of three references. Direct your application to Prof. Huang, and email it to xyhuang@med.cornell.edu. For further information on Prof. Huang's research, please visit http://vivo.med.cornell.edu/display/cwid-xyhuang.

Join our dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment at Weill Cornell Medicine, where you will have the opportunity to collaborate with accomplished scientists and make meaningful contributions to the fields of Cryo-EM Structural Biology or Cancer Biology.

Weill Cornell Medicine: Founded in 1898, and affiliated with what is now New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH) since 1927, Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM) is among the top-ranked clinical and medical research centers in the country. In addition to offering degrees in medicine, WCM also has PhD programs in biomedical research and education at the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and with neighboring Sloan-Kettering Institute and The Rockefeller University, has established a joint MD-PhD program for students to intensify their pursuit of Weill Cornell's triple mission of education, research, and patient care. WCM is divided into 24 basic science and patient care departments that focus on the sciences underlying clinical medicine and/or encompass the study, treatment, and prevention of human diseases. The basic science and clinical departments are located in buildings that straddle York Ave. between 68th and 72nd streets on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Weill Cornell Medical College has 1781 full-time faculty (3582 total faculty) distributed across 8 basic science and 15 clinical departments. WCM maintains major affiliations with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, The Rockefeller University, the Hospital for Special Surgery, as well as with the metropolitan-area institutions that constitute NYP Healthcare Network.

Salary Range (annually): $58,500– $69,996. Weill Cornell Medicine provides the above salary range in compliance with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The above salary range for New York City based roles represents WCM’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.