Post-Doctoral Associate (PI: Dr. Kenny L. Chan)

New York University; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 63.000 - 67.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

New York University is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral associate in Kenny Chan Lab, within the College of Dentistry's Molecular Pathobiology department in New York, NY. The role focuses on bi-directional gut-brain communication and neuroimmune interactions, integrating neuroscience, immunology and gastroenterology.

The candidate will conduct immunology/neuroimmunology-based experiments, perform data analysis, literature reviews, and prepare findings for publications and presentations.

Formación

• PhD/MD/Doctoral degree in a relevant field required.
• Experience working with rodents in research.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills for teamwork and departmental events.
• Experience with flow cytometry, stereotaxic surgery and microscopy preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Perform laboratory research, literature reviews and data analysis.
• Prepare data for publications and presentations.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Rodent handling

Educación

PhD, MD or Doctoral degree in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

New York University: NYU - NY: College of Dentistry: Molecular Pathobiology

Location

New York, New York

Open Date

Oct 29, 2026

Description

A postdoctoral associate position is available in the laboratory of Kenny Chan, PhD in the Department of Molecular Pathobiology at the NYU College of Dentistry. The Chan Lab studies bi-directional gut-brain communication during psychosocial stress, with an emphasis on neuroimmune interactions. We integrate techniques from the fields of neuroscience, immunology, and gastroenterology to identify circuits, cell types and secreted factors that modulate behavior and gastrointestinal physiology.

Duties and Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly-motivated applicant with experience in immunology, neuroimmunology, or a relevant field. The postdoctoral associate will perform laboratory research, literature reviews, data analysis, and prepare data for publications and presentations.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $62,500-$67,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grand funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.

Qualifications

• A PhD, MD or Doctoral degree in a relevant field
• Experience working with rodents in research
• Strong analytical skills, and written and verbal communication
• Interpersonal skills to work as part of a team and participate in departmental events
• Experience with relevant techniques such as flow cytometry, stereotaxic surgery, and microscopy is preferred.

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