Postdoctoral Associate, Lab of Dr. Yongchao Ma
This is a research position for a person with PhD degree and broad experience in molecular biology and/or neuroscience. The postdoctoral associate will be involved in daily research and operations in the laboratory of Dr. Yongchao Ma. The postdoctoral associate will contribute to project design, research protocol development, data analysis, and authorship of resultant manuscripts. The postdoctoral associate will also contribute to mentoring other trainees in the lab. This position requires the ability to work independently and, if needed, to collaborate with other researchers and core laboratories.
This position offers the opportunity to investigate the molecular and epigenetic (RNA methylation) mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and stem cell development, as well as related small molecule drug screening, which will lead to publications in high quality journals in the near future. Previous lab experience in molecular biology (DNA, RNA, PCR, cell culture and Western) is required. Mouse work experience is strongly preferred. The Ma lab has an outstanding track record of helping its trainees achieve their career goals.
Essential Job Functions:
- Undertake an independent research project on the Genetic, Mitochondrial and RNA Regulation of Neural Development and Neurodegeneration (www.feinberg.northwestern.edu/faculty-profiles/az/profile.html?xid=17879)
- Participate collaboratively in other research projects in the laboratory.
- Help write grant proposals and papers related to research project.
- Participate in annual meetings related to grant funding.
- Participate in regular lab meetings, journal clubs, research seminars and graduate student training.
- Attend and present research results at national and local scientific meetings.
- Performs job functions adhering to principals of innovation, academic excellence, and teamwork to provide the highest quality research effort to our Institution, co-workers, and others.
- Performing research with molecular, cell biological and histological techniques including PCR, DNA and RNA extraction, immunostaining, Western-blotting, cell culture, and preparing cryosections.
- Managing mouse colonies, ordering supplies and mouse protocols.
- We offer great opportunities to learn new techniques in next generation sequencing, neurodegeneration, stem cell biology, and high throughput drug screening.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- PhD in Biomedical Sciences or related discipline.
- Position is located in CHICAGO, IL. Must be able to commute to downtown Chicago, IL.
- Knowledge in Computer programs, word, excel and power point presentations.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Organizational skills: Ability to establish priorities and react promptly to a large variety of requests and needs, sometimes in stressful situations.
- Basic lab skills in molecular biology, cell biology and mouse genetics.
Education
PhD in Biomedical sciences and related discipline