Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology - Muscle-to-Brain Communication & Aging

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to shared research resources

Customized professional growth programs

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading research institute in Memphis is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Developmental Neurobiology focused on muscle-to-brain communication and aging. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and expertise in molecular, biochemical, and cell biology techniques. Experience in Drosophila neurobiology is preferred. The role includes deciphering aging mechanisms and contributing to crucial neurobiology research, all within a collaborative environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered, along with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Expertise in molecular, biochemical, and cell biological techniques.
• Training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy is preferred.
• Independent and collaborative research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Decipher mechanisms of muscle aging and proteostasis.
• Investigate how muscle-derived signals affect neurobiology.
• Contribute significantly to research in aging and neurobiology.

Skills

Molecular techniques

Biochemical techniques

Cell biological techniques

Drosophila neurobiology

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology - Muscle-to-Brain Communication & Aging

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the group of Dr. Fabio Demontis (www.stjude.org/demontis).

The lab (www.stjude.org/research/labs/demontis-lab.html) is located in the Department of Developmental Neurobiology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN, USA. We use mice and Drosophila to decipher the conserved mechanisms of muscle aging and proteostasis, and how muscle-derived signals (myokines) affect proteostasis and the progression of age-related diseases in the central nervous system (Genes&Development, 2020; Cell Metabolism, 2021; Trend in Molecular Medicine, 2026; Developmental Cell, 2026).

In addition to a Ph.D., the candidate should have expertise in molecular, biochemical, and cell biological techniques. Training in Drosophila neurobiology and tauopathy is preferred but not required.

Candidate should have the ability to work independently as well as in collaborative research efforts, and have a strong desire to make a major contribution to the field of aging and neurobiology. The fellow will benefit from both the outstanding research facilities and the highly collaborative St. Jude community.

Interested applicants should send their CV, a cover letter describing research experience and interests, and names and addresses of three references to: [e-mail]

• A Blend of Academic Freedom and Industrial Efficiency: Access to shared resources and facilities led by expert scientists, coupled with cutting-edge technology, accelerates research productivity.

• Customized Professional and Career Growth: Experience specifically designed programs to enhance professional growth and career readiness empowering postdocs for success beyond their training. This includes access to grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, non-research career advancement programs, professional development allowance, and so much more.

• Competitive Compensation: Embark on your journey with a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance, reflecting our commitment to recognize and invest in talent.

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