Postdoctoral Associate

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for glioma research in Virginia. The successful candidate will lead NIH-funded projects to investigate the tumor microenvironment's role in glioma progression using advanced techniques. Ideal applicants will have a PhD in Biology or Neuroscience, in vivo research experience, and proficiency in immunostaining. The role offers the chance to mentor students and gain valuable skills in a collaborative setting. The position requires over 40 hours per week and offers a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• PhD awarded no more than four years prior.
• Experience with in vivo research involving mouse.
• Track record of first-author publications.

Responsibilities

• Investigate how glioma hijacks the tumor microenvironment.
• Lead research projects from design to data analysis.
• Mentor research technicians and students.

Skills

In vivo research involving mouse

Immunostaining and fluorescence microscopy

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

First-author publications

Education

PhD in Biology, Neuroscience or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate – Glioma Research

The Ye Lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our team and contribute to an NIH-funded project focused on understanding how glioma hijacks the tumor microenvironment to drive malignant progression. The role involves investigating the role of astrocytes in glioma progression and their modulation of the tumor microenvironment using genetically engineered mouse and human glioma models, advanced imaging, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, and molecular biology approaches. The successful candidate will lead research projects from experimental design through data analysis to presentations at lab meetings, conferences, and seminars, and will prepare manuscripts for peer‑reviewed publications. They will also mentor research technicians and students and support their career development while gaining new skills in a collaborative research environment.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field awarded no more than four years prior to effective date of appointment, with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• Experience with in vivo research involving mouse.
• Proficiency in immunostaining and fluorescence microscopy.
• Familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., cloning, Western blotting).
• Experience with mammalian cell culture.
• Track record of first‑author publications (preprints acceptable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with rodent brain surgery.
• Experience with primary cell culture.
• Background in brain cancer, brain injury, or neuroscience research.

Additional Details

• Overtime Status: Exempt – not eligible for overtime.
• Appointment Type: Restricted.
• Salary Information: Commensurate with experience.
• Hours per week: 40+.
• Review Date: 7/21/2025.
• Additional Information: Required criminal conviction check.

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