• Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    Harvard University (Cambridge, MA)


    Details

     

    Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow

     

    School Faculty of Arts and Sciences

     

    Department/Area Human Evolutionary Biology

    Position Description

    The Song lab invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to join our studies on the genetic basis of human evolution, with a focus on the evolution of the human brain. Candidates with a strong track record in any biological field are welcome to apply. Some areas of particular interest include: genetics, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, developmental biology, and stem cell biology. Our lab uses both experimental and computational approaches. For more information, visit our lab website at janetsonglab.com.

    Basic Qualifications

    PhD in a relevant field, or have completed all requirements for the PhD by the anticipated start date.

    Additional Qualifications

    Special Instructions

    Please upload your CV, a 1-2 page summary of research experience and interests, and contact information for 3 references at [email protected]. Selected applicants will be further interviewed by zoom.

    Contact Information

    Assistant Professor Janet Song

     

    Contact Email [email protected]

     

    Minimum Number of References Required 3

     

    Maximum Number of References Allowed 5

     

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