Postdoctoral Research Fellow Neurology CTN Lab

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunological Disorders

The Chitnis Translational Neuroimmunology Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral fellow to join the team of researchers working on multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunological disorders, with a focus on understanding the role of Epstein Barr virus in multiple sclerosis, as well as novel therapeutic targets. Studies include human control and disease samples, with correlation to clinical outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a background in immunology basic research and/or molecular biology and computation with experience in techniques including proteomic and single cell transcriptomic analysis, flow cytometry, cell culture and RT-qPCR.

The postdoctoral fellow will function as part of a team of researchers which includes bench scientists, clinicians, bioinformatics, data analysts and trainees. Prioritized candidates should demonstrate excellent scientific productivity, evidenced by high-quality publications, and be highly-motivated to conduct independent research. Candidates should have a strong background in molecular biology techniques and the ability to conduct research using human samples and/or animal models.

He/she should also be competent in FACS and single-cell techniques. Additionally, candidates should display good communication, presentation and inter-personal skills. M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent is required. A minimum two-year commitment is required. Principal duties of responsibility include:

• Single cell transcriptomic and multiome analysis
• Proteomic analysis
• Conduct of flow cytometry and analysis for specific projects, subject groups
• Conduct of cell culture and analysis for specific projects, subject groups
• RT-PCR, Western blot, ELISA skills
• Conduct of biostatistical analysis in conjunction with biostats team
• Understanding of disease state and data variables
• Drafting manuscripts
• Scientific presentations to lab team and at conferences
• Participation in team laboratory projects as needed

Applicants are expected to have M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Prioritized candidates should demonstrate excellent scientific productivity, evidenced by high-quality publications, and be highly-motivated to conduct independent research. Candidates should have a strong background in immunology and molecular biology techniques and the ability to conduct research using animal models of disease as well as human samples. Additionally, candidates should display good communication and inter-personal skills.

M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent is required. A minimum two-year commitment is required.

To apply for this position,  and cover letter directly to Dr Tanuja Chitnis and Dr Emilie Kruzel. Please do not apply through this link.

Work Location:

60 Fenwood Road

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