Post-Doctoral Research Scientist Biological Sciences
Job Description
Post-Doctoral Research Scientist
Biological Sciences, Rose Hill
Fordham University
Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.
- Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
- As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
- As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.
- University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.
Hybrid Policy:
Please review the Hybrid Policy here.
https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/
Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Professor of Biological Sciences, the Postdoctoral
Research Scientist will be part of the neuro-epigenetics research team of Dr.
Marija Kundakovic, focusing on hormonal and environmental factors driving sex
differences in depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
This position involves dissecting the epigenetic regulation of the brain and
behavior by the estrous cycle, utilizing advanced techniques such as
epigenomics assays and genetic manipulation in vivo. The incumbent performs
genomics experiments, handles animals, and analyzes and interprets data.
Essential Functions
∙ Performs and analyzes genomics experiments including ATAC-seq, ChIP-
seq, and RNA-seq.
∙ Handles animals, tracks the estrous cycle, and collects and sections brain
tissue.
∙ Performs behavioral testing, brain stereotaxic surgeries, and
immunocytochemistry.
∙ Analyzes and interprets data, performs conference presentations, and
prepares manuscripts.
∙ Attends meetings with lab members and collaborators, and mentors
undergraduate students.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
∙ PhD in biological sciences, physiology, neuroscience, or related field.
∙ Experience working with rodents for at least two years.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
∙ Good communication skills and the ability to work well independently and
with others.
∙ Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to
the goals of Jesuit Education.
Preferred Qualifications
∙ Expertise in molecular biology, behavioral neuroscience, and
neuroendocrinology.
∙ Experience in rodent behavioral analysis, brain dissection and stereotaxic
surgeries, molecular biology techniques, and analysis of genomics data.
Minimum Starting Salary: $62,500
Maximum Starting Salary: $65,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
START DATE: ASAP
APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/7287
ABOUT FORDHAM
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an
exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000
students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx
and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center
Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom.
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and
welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other
protected categories
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