Postdoc: Inner Ear Hair Cell & Stereocilia Development

The Jackson Laboratory - Faculty Recruitment; Bar Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to investigate the mechanisms underlying auditory and vestibular development and function using advanced mouse genetics. The role focuses on hair cell differentiation and the cytoskeletal polarization that shapes sensory epithelia.

Responsibilities include planning and executing independent projects, with emphasis on communication skills and scientific rigor. Preference given to motivated, career-oriented candidates.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in developmental cell biology, neuroscience, or related field.
• Experience with fine dissection techniques.
• Good fine motor skills and depth perception are essential.
• Expertise with inner ear biology and mouse genetics are preferred.
• Close consideration will be given to applicants with experience with quantitative live imaging or inner ear surgery.

Responsibilities

• Ability to plan, execute and analyze an independent research project is essential, as well as exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to self-motivated and career-oriented individuals.

Skills

PhD in related field

Dissection techniques

Fine motor skills

Inner ear biology

Mouse genetics

Quantitative live imaging

Education

Ph.D. in developmental cell biology or neuroscience

Tools

Inner ear surgery

Job description

The Jackson Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to investigate the mechanisms underlying auditory and vestibular development and function using advanced mouse genetics. The role focuses on hair cell differentiation and the cytoskeletal polarization that shapes sensory epithelia.

Responsibilities include planning and executing independent projects, with emphasis on communication skills and scientific rigor. Preference given to motivated, career-oriented candidates.