Postdoc: Spatial Proteomics in Brain Aging & Neurodegeneration

AlzForum Foundation Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking postdoctoral researchers in neuroscience to investigate molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Projects emphasize spatial and organelle-resolved proteomics and ubiquitinomics in human autopsy brain, complemented by molecular biology, biochemistry, and advanced imaging.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative neuroscience environment, with opportunities to develop independent directions within

Qualifications

• Recent PhD in neuroscience, cell or molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in neurodegeneration, proteomics, imaging, or iPSC-based models.
• Excellent communication, productivity, and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Investigate molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Perform spatial and organelle-resolved proteomics and related analyses in human brain samples.

Skills

Neurodegeneration

Protein aggregation

Ubiquitin signaling

Mitochondrial biology

Lysosomal biology

Molecular neuroscience

Cell biology

High resolution proteomics

Advanced imaging

iPSC-derived models

In vivo disease models

Education

PhD or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking postdoctoral researchers in neuroscience to investigate molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Projects emphasize spatial and organelle-resolved proteomics and ubiquitinomics in human autopsy brain, complemented by molecular biology, biochemistry, and advanced imaging.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative neuroscience environment, with opportunities to develop independent directions within