Columbia University
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Neurology / Neurological Care, Biomedical Science
Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Neuroscience and Neuroimmunology
Kim Lab | Columbia University Irving Medical Center | New York, NY, USA
The laboratory of Dr. Minah Kim in the Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position focused on blood–brain barrier dysfunction and Alzheimer’s disease
. The project investigates how brain endothelial dysfunction compromises blood–brain barrier integrity and contributes to Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis. We are particularly interested in candidates with a background in neuroscience and/or neuroimmunology
.
The successful candidate will use mouse models, human specimens, and relevant datasets to investigate the mechanisms linking cerebrovascular dysfunction, blood–brain barrier disruption, and neuroinflammation.
Research Focus- Molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain endothelial dysfunction and blood–brain barrier disruption.
- Interactions between vascular dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and Alzheimer’s disease pathology.
- Mechanistic studies integrating experimental models with human specimens and data.
- Analysis of spatial transcriptomics and RNA-seq datasets to characterize vascular and immune cell states, disease-associated pathways, and cellular interactions in Alzheimer’s disease, integrating these findings with experimental studies.
- A MD and/or PhD in neuroscience, immunology, vascular biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field, completed before the appointment begins.
- Research experience in neuroscience or neuroimmunology is preferred.
- Experience studying Alzheimer’s disease, neurodegeneration, the blood–brain barrier, or cerebrovascular biology is an advantage.
- Strong scientific curiosity, communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience analyzing spatial transcriptomics and/or RNA-seq data, including bulk, single-cell, or single-nucleus RNA-seq, is preferred. Familiarity with R or Python and relevant bioinformatics workflows is a plus.
- Institution: Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- Department: Pathology and Cell Biology
- Location: New York, NY, USA
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Scientist
- Curriculum vitae, including publications.
- Cover letter describing your research experience and motivation for applying.
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