Postdoc: Tuberous Sclerosis Epileptogenesis & iPSC Research

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Cincinnati to conduct phenotype-genotype studies using human iPSCs. This role focuses on understanding epileptogenesis mechanisms in tuberous sclerosis complex and enhancing patient care.

The ideal candidate should hold a PhD/MD in Neuroscience, possess skills in experimental design and data analysis, and have at least two years of relevant experience. The position requires full-time commitment with a day shift schedule.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience conducting human iPSC work.
• Strong experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing skills.
• Experience with advanced experimental techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills to become an independent scientist.
• Design, execute, record laboratory experiments, and analyze data.
• Mentor research staff and manage fiscal responsibilities.
• Present research at meetings and prepare scientific reports.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD/MD) in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

EEG

Optogenetics

Chemogenetics

AAV

Transgenic approaches

Calcium imaging

Job description

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Cincinnati to conduct phenotype-genotype studies using human iPSCs. This role focuses on understanding epileptogenesis mechanisms in tuberous sclerosis complex and enhancing patient care.

The ideal candidate should hold a PhD/MD in Neuroscience, possess skills in experimental design and data analysis, and have at least two years of relevant experience. The position requires full-time commitment with a day shift schedule.