Postdoc: Primate Brain Aging & Organoids

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to advance the development of 2D cell cultures and 3D organoids across nonhuman primate species, focusing on brain aging and neurodegeneration. The role involves applying neuroimaging techniques and conducting rigorous statistical analyses of imaging and behavioral data.

Candidates should hold a PhD in neuroscience or a related field, with experience in primate work and post-image analysis tools.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, psychology or related discipline.
• Experience developing and using 2D cell cultures and organoids.
• Experience with nonhuman primates and neuroimaging analyses is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing 2D cell cultures and 3D organoids across primate species.
• Apply neuroimaging techniques to study aging and neurodegeneration in primates.
• Perform statistical analyses of imaging and behavioral data.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional policies and regulations.

Skills

Neuroscience

Neuroimaging

Statistics

Primate research

Education

PhD in neuroscience/psychology

Tools

Post-image analysis tools

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to advance the development of 2D cell cultures and 3D organoids across nonhuman primate species, focusing on brain aging and neurodegeneration. The role involves applying neuroimaging techniques and conducting rigorous statistical analyses of imaging and behavioral data.

Candidates should hold a PhD in neuroscience or a related field, with experience in primate work and post-image analysis tools.