Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology - Proteostasis and muscle-brain signaling during aging
About The Position
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join Dr. Fabio Demontis’s group in the Department of Developmental Neurobiology in Memphis, Tennessee. The lab uses mice and Drosophila to investigate conserved mechanisms of muscle aging and proteostasis, and how muscle-derived signals (myokines) affect proteostasis and the progression of age-related diseases in the central nervous system. The position is restricted to applicants who have not already started postdoctoral training elsewhere. The candidate will work independently and collaboratively and is expected to have a strong desire to contribute significantly to aging and neurobiology research. The fellow will have access to St. Jude’s research facilities, shared resources, expert scientists, and collaborative community, as well as programs and opportunities supporting professional growth and career readiness.
Requirements
- A recently awarded or upcoming Ph.D.
- Expertise in molecular, biochemical, and cell biological techniques.
- Applicants must not have already started postdoctoral training elsewhere.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong desire to make a major contribution to aging and neurobiology research.
Nice To Haves
- Training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Investigate conserved mechanisms of muscle aging and proteostasis using mice and Drosophila.
- Study how muscle-derived signals (myokines) affect proteostasis and the progression of age-related diseases in the central nervous system.
- Conduct research independently and in collaboration with others.
- Contribute to research in aging and neurobiology.
Benefits
- Access to shared research resources and facilities led by expert scientists.
- Customized professional and career growth programs, including grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, and non-research career advancement programs.
- Professional development allowance.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Relocation assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
