Postdoctoral Fellow
| Company | Van Andel Research Institute |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Rapids, MI, USA |
| Salary | $70000 – $70000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in neuroscience, pharmacology, or molecular and cell biology with interest in neurodegenerative diseases.
- Previous research experience with microglia, neuroinflammation, epigenetics, gene therapy, CRISPR gene editing/screen, iPSCs or animal models are preferred.
- A record of peer-reviewed publications is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Leadership level role in independent and collaborative projects such as studying disease mechanisms and developing new treatments for ALS and dementia.
- Research emphasis on cell-type specific toxicities, neuron-glia interactions, genetics and epigenetics to provide insights in identifying novel biomarkers and drug targets.
- Expand and improve skills in disease models based on genome-modified animals and human iPSCs and 3D-organoids, epigenetic modification, behavioral neuroscience and neuronal electrophysiology.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous research experience with microglia, neuroinflammation, epigenetics, gene therapy, CRISPR gene editing/screen, iPSCs or animal models are preferred.
- A record of peer-reviewed publications is highly desirable.