Postdoctoral Fellow - Laboratory of Dr. Qiang Zhu

Van Andel Institute

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Postdoctoral Fellow research position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Qiang Zhu at Van Andel Institute (VAI). The research group combines multidisciplinary technologies to study disease mechanisms and develop innovative therapeutic approaches for dementia and motor neuron diseases. The research emphasis on cell-type specific toxicities, neuron-glia interactions, genetics and epigenetics will provide insights in identifying novel biomarkers and drug targets. This role offers the opportunity to 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. The Zhu lab is within the Department of Neurodegenerative Science and affiliated with the Department of Epigenetics at VAI, which includes highly collaborative scientists revealing groundbreaking new insights into neurodegenerative diseases, epigenetics and structural biology. The position is well-funded and offers access to excellent mentorship and support from the laboratory, departments, and VAI postdoctoral office.

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

• Study disease mechanisms and develop innovative therapeutic approaches for dementia and motor neuron diseases.
• Conduct independent and collaborative projects such as studying disease mechanisms and developing new treatments for ALS and dementia.
• Utilize multidisciplinary technologies in research.
• Identify novel biomarkers and drug targets through research on cell-type specific toxicities, neuron-glia interactions, genetics and epigenetics.
• Expand and improve skills in disease models, epigenetic modification, behavioral neuroscience and neuronal electrophysiology.

Benefits

• 401 K retirement savings plans
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Employer-sponsored life and AD&D insurance
• Additional voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Flexible-spending accounts for health and child/elder care
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Relocation Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree