Postdoctoral Fellow - Furukawa Lab

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory; Cold Spring Harbor, New York, Town of Oyster Bay (NY, NY, NY); On-site; USD 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on the molecular mechanisms of neurotransmission and neuroplasticity, utilizing cutting-edge techniques like cryo-electron tomography and electrophysiology. The environment fosters collaboration and innovation, providing exposure to groundbreaking research and a diverse community of scientists. With competitive compensation and exceptional benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about advancing biomedical research and making a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Exceptional health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree required for the postdoctoral researcher position.
• Experience in molecular neuroscience and related techniques is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Explore molecular underpinnings of neurotransmission and neuroplasticity.
• Integrate structural biology, high-resolution imaging, and electrophysiology.

Skills

Cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET)

Single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM)

X-ray crystallography

Patch-clamp

Slice electrophysiology

Molecular neuroscience

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

Position Description

The Furukawa Laboratory is actively seeking a postdoctoral researcher. We explore the molecular underpinnings of neurotransmission, neuroplasticity, and neuron-targeted autoimmunity triggered by cancer. We employ a multidisciplinary approach, integrating structural biology, high-resolution imaging, and electrophysiology. While expertise in cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), x-ray crystallography, patch-clamp, slice electrophysiology, or molecular neuroscience is advantageous, it is not a prerequisite for application.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION: Ph.D. degree
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), x-ray crystallography, patch-clamp, slice electrophysiology, or molecular neuroscience

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:
Please complete the online application found here: Postdoctoral Fellow - Furukawa lab Position ID 00807

Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.

Compensation & Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits , Postdoctoral Landing & Postdoctoral Fellow Stipend Schedule(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) sites to learn more. The salary for this role is $74,300.00 per annum. The salary range or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

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