SEARCH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

We are seeking immediate post-doctoral positions in Alzheimers disease and related neurodegenerative diseases, by using stem cell models and genomic approaches.

Preferred qualifications:

• D. in Genetics, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or Related Discipline.
• Skilled in conventional molecular methods such as quantitative methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis of gene expression (qPCR, ddPCR, Southern, Northern and Western blotting), gene cloning;
• Experience culturing mammalian cell culture;
• Some experience in culturing and differentiation of human iPSC is desirable, but not an absolute prerequisite;
• Experience conducting genome editing (CRISPR), flow cytometry/FACS.
• Experience with NGS library preparations, including for single-cell transcriptomics.
• Ability to compile and analyze data using standard statistical methods.

UMass Chan offers strong support and mentoring, a collaborative research environment, a competitive salary with benefits, and visa sponsorship available. 

Interested applicants should submit the following materials via email to Rigel Chan (rigel.chan@umassmed.edu) and Elaine Lim (elaine.lim@umassmed.edu):  a cover letter describing current research activities and your interest in this position, a current CV (including publications), and contact information for three references, one of which should be your Ph.D. advisor.