HMS Postdoctoral Fellow – Neurodegeneration and Cell Signalling; Flanagan Lab
Listed on 2026-10-25
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Research/Development
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Neurology / Neurological Care, Research Scientist, Medical Science
Harvard University
· Harvard Medical School, Department of Cell Biology
United States
About This Opportunity
Harvard University advertises HMS Postdoctoral Fellow – Neurodegeneration and Cell Signalling (Flanagan Lab), an academic opportunity focusing on Cell signalling and neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, including Alzheimer’s disease in Cambridge.
The Flanagan laboratory in Harvard Medical School’s Department of Cell Biology studies how cell-surface receptors and their ligands govern cellular communication, particularly in the nervous system. Its research addresses neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, with a current emphasis on Alzheimer’s disease and therapeutic translation. The fellow will design a lab-aligned project with Dr John Flanagan, undertake experimental molecular/cellular biology work, contribute to manuscript and grant writing, apply for fellowships and mentor other researchers.
The appointment is salaried, benefits-eligible and initially one year, with possible extension subject to funding, performance and institutional need.
Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:
Applicants interested in developing research focused on Cell signalling and neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, including Alzheimer’s disease are the clearest thematic audience. A strong match on topic is not a substitute for checking the actual doctorate, publication, methodological or experience requirements set by the employer. Documented qualifications and preparation include:
PhD or MD/PhD in cell or molecular biology, neurobiology, neurodegeneration or a related field; molecular biology, cell culture and mouse research are advantageous.
Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable:
Material practical considerations include the stated one-year appointment with potential extension duration, Full time, the currently unresolved final official application endpoint.
Overall Opportunity Assessment:
This opportunity is distinguished by its focus on Cell signalling and neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, including Alzheimer’s disease. Its documented methods and collaborations provide a concrete basis for assessing methodological fit; application and financial details should be confirmed against the institution’s vacancy or programme instructions.
Cell signalling and neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, including Alzheimer’s disease Neuroscience
Level Postdoc
Time Commitment Full-time
Duration One-year appointment with potential extension
Field Cell signalling and neuronal development, degeneration and regeneration, including Alzheimer’s disease
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount Paid
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Requirements EducationPhD or MD/PhD in cell or molecular biology, neurobiology, neurodegeneration or a related field; molecular biology, cell culture and mouse research are advantageous.
ExperienceTechnical Skills Molecular biology Cell culture Mouse work Cell-surface receptor signalling
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