• Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental…

    Harvard University (Cambridge, MA)


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    Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental Biology

     

    School Harvard School of Dental Medicine

     

    Department/Area Department of Developmental Biology

    Position Description

    The Yang Lab at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine invites individuals to apply for a postdoctoral fellow position investigating the cross-talk between cell signaling, metabolism, and immune regulation in stem cell biology.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:

    + Conduct cutting-edge research to elucidate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying stem cell regulation in the context of regeneration, aging and metabolism of bone and craniofacial tissues.

    + Strong expertise and research track record of cellular and molecular biology, mechanobiology.

    + Design and implement experiments; analyze and interpret data.

    + Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts as a lead author.

    + Present research findings at national and international conferences.

    + Collaborate with other group members and external research partners.

    + Experience of mouse genetics is preferred.

     

    This is an annual term position reviewed each academic year on or before June 30th, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position.

    Basic Qualifications

    + Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology or a closely related field, obtained within the past two years.

    + Strong publication record as a first author in peer-reviewed journals.

    + Proven expertise in stem cells, metabolism, immune regulation, or cell signaling is highly desirable.

    + Experience with standard molecular and cellular biology techniques.

    + Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

    + Excellent written and oral communication skills.

    Additional Qualifications

    Special Instructions

     

    Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, and names of 3 references.

    Contact Information

    Dr. Yingzi Yang, PhD

    HSDM

    188 Longwood Avenue

     

    Boston, MA 02115

     

    Contact Email [email protected]

    Salary Range

    This position is salaried and benefits-eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines.

     

    Minimum Number of References Required 3

     

    Maximum Number of References Allowed 5

     

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