Postdoctoral Associate in Neuroscience (Cornell University)

Location: Ithaca, NY Salary Range: $62,232 – $88,745/year (commensurate with experience and qualifications) Position Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral Laboratory Overview The Fenghua Hu Lab (hu.wicmb.cornell.edu) studies molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, with a focus on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD), and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understand disease pathophysiology and to develop innovative experimental strategies. Position Summary Postdoctoral positions are available for candidates with a recent Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience. Successful candidates will conduct research on cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases. Preferred qualifications include: Experience with mouse models Expertise in membrane trafficking or lysosome biology Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Fenghua Hu (fh87@cornell.edu) for additional information. Responsibilities Conduct molecular and cellular experiments to elucidate mechanisms of neurodegeneration Collaborate with other lab members on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals Participate in lab meetings and interdisciplinary discussions at the Weill Institute Required Qualifications Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or a related field Prior laboratory research experience in molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience Desirable Qualifications Experience with mouse models of disease Knowledge of membrane trafficking and/or lysosomal biology About the Weill Institute At the Weill Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology, researchers explore fundamental mechanisms of cellular function, health, and disease. The Institute promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and supports innovation that advances scientific knowledge and human health. Learn more: Weill Institute Diversity & Equal Opportunity Cornell University welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of legally protected status, including but not limited to race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Cornell actively engages in affirmative action for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and recognizes lawful preferences for Native Americans living on or near reservations. Application Instructions Interested candidates should contact Dr. Fenghua Hu: Email: fh87@cornell.edu For questions about the application process or accommodations, contact: mycareer@cornell.edu Applicants without internet access may request a dedicated workstation at Cornell’s Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment. Salary Information The salary for this position will be determined based on: Prior relevant experience Education level Academic discipline Unique applicable skills If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Location: Ithaca, NY
Salary Range: $62,232 – $88,745/year (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Position Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral

Laboratory Overview

The Fenghua Hu Lab (hu.wicmb.cornell.edu) studies molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, with a focus on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD), and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understand disease pathophysiology and to develop innovative experimental strategies.

Position Summary

Postdoctoral positions are available for candidates with a recent Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience. Successful candidates will conduct research on cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases.

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience with mouse models
Expertise in membrane trafficking or lysosome biology

Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Fenghua Hu (fh87@cornell.edu) for additional information.

Responsibilities

Conduct molecular and cellular experiments to elucidate mechanisms of neurodegeneration
Collaborate with other lab members on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation
Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals
Participate in lab meetings and interdisciplinary discussions at the Weill Institute

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or a related field
Prior laboratory research experience in molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with mouse models of disease
Knowledge of membrane trafficking and/or lysosomal biology

About the Weill Institute

At the Weill Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology, researchers explore fundamental mechanisms of cellular function, health, and disease. The Institute promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and supports innovation that advances scientific knowledge and human health.

Learn more: Weill Institute

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

Cornell University welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of legally protected status, including but not limited to race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Cornell actively engages in affirmative action for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and recognizes lawful preferences for Native Americans living on or near reservations.