Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Position Overview: A self-motivated Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is sought to join a laboratory specializing in psychiatric genetics, focusing on neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorder models using patient-specific induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), brain organoids, and advanced genomic techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to NIH-funded projects involving iPSC neural modeling, single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and electrophysiological analyses.
• Develop brain organoid models carrying disease risk alleles to investigate molecular and cellular phenotypes.
• Prepare scientific manuscripts and proposals for funding opportunities.
• Identify and troubleshoot experimental issues, ensuring compliance with research regulations and IRB guidelines.
• Assist with research application submissions, progress reports, and project documentation.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• PhD or MD in a science-related field.
• Background in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Neuroscience, or Functional Genomics preferred.
• Experience with neuroscience research, especially iPSC culture and organoid differentiation, is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently under supervision.
  
  

Additional Information: The role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaborative research, and benefits including health options, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, and paid time off. The position is full-time, onsite, and benefits-eligible, supporting a vibrant research environment dedicated to advancing understanding of neuropsychiatric disorders.