Postdoc: Sensory Aging in Rhesus Macaques (Longitudinal)

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University’s Anthropology Department in New York, NY seeks a Post‑Doctoral Associate to study sensory aging in rhesus macaques in Cayo Santiago, Puerto Rico, under a National Institute on Aging U19 award. The position involves cross‑sectional and longitudinal data analyses and collaboration with NYU and University of Calgary researchers.

The PDA will write manuscripts, disseminate results at conferences, and spend time at NYU and Calgary for training and sample processing.

Qualifications

• PhD required by start in a relevant field.
• Experience with molecular techniques in a biosafety lab (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, library prep, proteomics).
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the processing of biological sample data.
• Work with PIs to organize timelines and analysis priorities.
• Establish standard operating protocols for analysis.
• Write and publish peer‑reviewed manuscripts.
• Disseminate results via public and academic presentations.

Skills

Molecular techniques

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Peer-reviewed publications

Education

PhD in animal biology / biological anthropology / molecular ecology

Tools

DNA/RNA extraction

PCR

Library Preparation

Proteomics

Job description

New York University’s Anthropology Department in New York, NY seeks a Post‑Doctoral Associate to study sensory aging in rhesus macaques in Cayo Santiago, Puerto Rico, under a National Institute on Aging U19 award. The position involves cross‑sectional and longitudinal data analyses and collaboration with NYU and University of Calgary researchers.

The PDA will write manuscripts, disseminate results at conferences, and spend time at NYU and Calgary for training and sample processing.