Postdoc: Aging & Neurobiology in Muscle Proteostasis

CHEManager International; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the Demontis lab in Developmental Neurobiology.

The fellow will apply molecular, biochemical, and cell biology approaches to study muscle aging and proteostasis, with possible training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy. The position emphasizes independent and collaborative research within a renowned multidisciplinary environment at St.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required (recently awarded or upcoming).
• Expertise in molecular, biochemical, and cell biological techniques.
• Training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaborative research efforts.
• Strong desire to contribute to aging and neurobiology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct molecular, biochemical, and cell biology experiments related to muscle aging and proteostasis.
• Utilize Drosophila neurobiology approaches when applicable and build cross-disciplinary collaborations.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative research team to advance the project goals.
• Contribute to the understanding of aging processes and neurobiology using model organisms.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Drosophila neurobiology

Tauopathy knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Tools

Molecular techniques

Biochemical techniques

Cell biology techniques

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the Demontis lab in Developmental Neurobiology.

The fellow will apply molecular, biochemical, and cell biology approaches to study muscle aging and proteostasis, with possible training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy. The position emphasizes independent and collaborative research within a renowned multidisciplinary environment at St.