Job
Postdoctoral Fellow
Organization
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area
Scientific focus area
Genetics and Genomics, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Neuroscience
About the position
A funded postdoctoral fellow position is available immediately in our group (Inherited Neuromuscular Diseases Unit, PI Dr. Chris Grunseich) in the Neurogenetics Branch, NINDS.
We are a translational science lab working on developing treatments for patients with inherited forms of neuromuscular disease. The goal of our research is to develop new approaches for tracking disease progression and developing treatment. We use clinical and molecular techniques to study the disease mechanism, and develop disease related biomarkers to help guide the development of new treatments. The lab uses patient-derived models to characterize molecular pathways leading to degeneration, and is working on designing and testing precision therapeutic approaches focused on the underlying disease mechanism.
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What you'll need to apply
Applicants must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree (or anticipate receiving their degree in the near future) with less than five years of postdoctoral experience.
Contact name
Chris Grunseich
Contact email
Qualifications
Applicants should have the ability to carry out independent research, a strong interest in interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative research and have published articles in peer-reviewed journals. Training in molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry is preferred. NIH offers excellent salary and health care packages to its trainees and has consistently been ranked among the best places to work for postdoctoral fellows.
Disclaimer/Fine Print
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs and encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.