Jobs
Neurodegeneration Postdoctoral Research Associate
Posted 04 Apr 2025
Employer
University of Colorado, Boulder
Location
Boulder, Colorado
Principal Investigator
Contact
Please direct questions to Charles Hoeffer (Charles.hoeffer@colorado.edu) or Dr. Chris Link (linkc@colorado.edu). Information about the Department of Integrative Physiology can be found at https://www.colorado.edu/iphy/.
Description
The University of Colorado is seeking to recruit a postdoctoral research associate to work on a recently funded NIH project examining the role of dsRNA accumulation in neurodegenerative diseases.
The post-doctoral position would be supported for up to four years on a recently funded NIA R01 jointly run by Drs. Chris Link and Hoeffer in the Department of Integrative Physiology and Institute for Behavioral Genetics.
The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to building a diverse workforce. It encourages applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals of diverse sexual orientations, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals with disabilities can request alternative formats for this ad by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada@colorado.edu. The University of Colorado conducts background checks on all final applicants being considered for employment.
Requirements
Expertise in molecular biology (e.g., RNA and protein purification) and mammalian cell culture (e.g., human iPSCs) is desired, and bioinformatics experience would be a plus. The salary will be the NIH-NIA standard for experience, and reasonable moving costs will be covered.
All levels of postdoctoral experience may apply. The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more here: https://www.colorado.edu/.
The minimum requirements are a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of research interests, one to three sample research papers, and names and contact information for three professional references.