Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.

Full‑time position | New York | Negotiable | Grade: 20 | Salary: $71,613-$75,000/year

Postdoctoral Research Scientist

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Postdoctoral Research Scientist Position in the Muhle lab at the Department of Psychiatry of the Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the New York State Psychiatric Institute. The role focuses on elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying genetic risk factors for neurodevelopmental disorders using mouse and cellular model systems.

• Perform molecular genetics, cellular, and biochemical assays according to established protocols and assist in validating new lab procedures.
• Prepare reagents for experiments, organize supplies, calibrate and operate laboratory instruments.
• Manage mouse colony (husbandry, genotyping and database management).
• Record detailed data in lab notebooks, conduct literature searches and summaries, assist with manuscript preparation and grant applications.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with safety standards.
• Perform laboratory administrative functions such as ordering reagents, filing paperwork, reviewing and compiling data for figures and presentations, and entering information into spreadsheets.

• A Ph.D. in neuroscience, molecular genetics, or a related field (degree must be attained by the position start date).
• Demonstrated record of publications.
• At least one year of experience with animal behavior, imaging, and basic molecular and cell biology techniques.
• At least one year of experience with computational and statistical analyses, such as Python, R, and MATLAB programming.

• Prior record of grant funding and/or at least one year of managing research projects.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and experience using statistical techniques and software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, for presenting research findings and collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders.

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