美国亨廷顿医学研究所博士后职位—血管生成和大脑发育

美国亨廷顿医学研究所博士后职位—血管生成和大脑发育

Postdoctoral Fellow - Angiogenesis and Brain Development

HMRI (Huntington Medical Research Institute)

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Huntington Medical Research Institutes is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lives through patient-focused scientific research. Our brand-new state of the art laboratory anchors the biomedical corridor on South Fair Oaks in Pasadena. Our scientists' research focuses on the connection between the brain and heart, developing diagnostic tools to help treat common diseases of these vital organs that affect every family.

A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Angiogenesis and Brain Development Laboratory in the Department of Basic and Translational Neurosciences at Huntington Medical Research Institutes (HMRI), Pasadena, California, to tap into Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (hiPSCs) for the generation of endothelial and neuronal populations. The project will investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of psychiatric diseases using stem cell technology with the long-term goal of developing new diagnostics and treatments.

We welcome applications from highly motivated and independent-minded individuals. The postdoctoral fellowship will be for two years. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, laboratory experience, and institutional guidelines.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• PhD degree in biology or neuroscience, with expertise in Stem Cell Biology is a prerequisite.

• Candidates with a good track record of publications, and experience in working with human iPSCs, and molecular biology skills will be given priority.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and an aptitude for mentoring students

• Good judgment and decision-making capability

• Observes laboratory safety and security procedures

• Uses laboratory equipment and materials properly

• Must be a reliable and conscientious self-starter, with excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, building respect, consensus, and trust across reporting lines

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and speak or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands, fingers, and arms to operate personal computers, telephones, other business-related equipment, and work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 10 pounds.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Position available immediately. A two-year commitment is required.

APPLICATION: Please send resume/CV to hr@hmri.org

EEO POLICY:

HMRI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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