Postdoctoral Fellow in Neuroscience

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College (New York City). Our lab’s primary focus is connecting molecular and circuitry-based analysis that contribute to the pathophysiology and treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in neuroscience. Experience with confocal microscopy, cell culture, animal handling, biochemical, molecular and cellular techniques is desirable. Applicants who have skills in only some of these disciplines but feel that they can easily learn the others are encourage to apply. Candidates should email a statement of research interest, CV and 2 references to Dr. Francis Lee ( fslee@med.cornell.edu)

Education

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience or related field with demonstrated experience in any of the following fields: cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry.

• Knowledge and experience with cell culture, molecular and cell biology, confocal microscopy, and calcium imaging.

• Ideal candidates are highly-motivated, creative, hard‑working, independent, well-organized, and capable of multitasking individuals with excellent communication and writing skills

• Some familiarity/experience with coding, though not required, will also be considered an asset

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