Postdoc Fellow: Olfaction & Receptor Biophysics

Harvard University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Research funding opportunities

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves researching olfaction and odorant receptors in arthropods, using various advanced methodologies.

The ideal candidate will develop an independent research project, apply for fellowships, and participate in lab operations. A Ph.D. in biochemistry or related fields is required. The position offers a salary based on experience and eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in relevant fields.
• Experience with cryo-EM and electrophysiology.
• Familiarity with computational modeling and behavioral studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research project within lab focus.
• Apply for fellowship funding and contribute to grant writing.
• Mentor lab members and participate in lab operations.

Skills

Research methodology

Cryo-electron microscopy

Electrophysiology

Computational modeling

Behavioral studies

Education

Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, neuroscience or related fields

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves researching olfaction and odorant receptors in arthropods, using various advanced methodologies.

The ideal candidate will develop an independent research project, apply for fellowships, and participate in lab operations. A Ph.D. in biochemistry or related fields is required. The position offers a salary based on experience and eligibility for benefits.