Postdoctoral Scholar - Neurobiology Drug Discovery
Postdoctoral Scholar - Neurobiology Drug Discovery
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Job Description
The Lo Lab in the Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse University seeks an experienced researcher to join the team. The postdoctoral scholar will investigate how autophagy and lysosomal dysfunction driven by aberrant inflammatory cytokine receptor signaling lipid dysregulation or intrinsically disordered protein aggregation contribute to neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration with a goal of developing novel therapies.
Responsibilities
Major position responsibilities will include: Maintaining a mouse breeding colony performing stereotaxic injections conducting behavioral characterizations and contributing to translational research through in vivo studies. Conducting highresolution multiplexed imaging of human/mouse brain tissue sections and singlecell spatial analysis using bioinformatics approach. Using cuttingedge cellbased assays and biochemical/biophysical approaches to elucidate disease pathways. Designing and engineering fluorescentbased biosensors and launching highthroughput screening for drug discovery to develop neuroprotective . Collecting and analyzing data drafting manuscript and publishing findings presenting at conferences contributing to new grant applications mentoring undergraduate/graduate students and supporting other team members in their research efforts.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology or a related field is required by the time of appointment. Demonstrated potential for excellence in research evidenced by a solid publication record or significant research accomplishments
Employment Type
Full Time
