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Job Description
Job Summary
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Epigenetic Crosstalk in Neurodevelopment and Neurodegenerative Diseases
The laboratory of Dr. Yini Li in the Borch Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology at Purdue University is seeking two Postdoctoral Researchers (Fellows) with a keen interest in epigenetic crosstalk (i.e., RNA modifications, regulatory RNAs, and chromatin regulation) in normal neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative diseases. Our wet/dry hybrid laboratory employs a wide range of tools, including molecular biology, functional genomics, multi-omics, and bioinformatics, to investigate how epigenetic crosstalk promotes normal neurodevelopment and how dysregulation of these factors contributes to neurodegeneration.
RNA Biology, Neuroscience, and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Preferred Required
The successful candidate will have a strong interest in RNA biology, neuroscience, and/or neurodegenerative diseases. A Ph.D. in biology, neuroscience, or equivalent fields with molecular biology skills is required. Preferred experience includes:
https://www.yinililab.com/
Benefits Eligibility
YES
Core Competencies
Strong writing and communication skills, ability to establish clear goals, and strong organizational and prioritization skills are critical for both positions.
Education
Ph.D.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Summary
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Epigenetic Crosstalk in Neurodevelopment and Neurodegenerative Diseases
The laboratory of Dr. Yini Li in the Borch Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology at Purdue University is seeking two Postdoctoral Researchers (Fellows) with a keen interest in epigenetic crosstalk (i.e., RNA modifications, regulatory RNAs, and chromatin regulation) in normal neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative diseases. Our wet/dry hybrid laboratory employs a wide range of tools, including molecular biology, functional genomics, multi-omics, and bioinformatics, to investigate how epigenetic crosstalk promotes normal neurodevelopment and how dysregulation of these factors contributes to neurodegeneration.
RNA Biology, Neuroscience, and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Preferred Required
The successful candidate will have a strong interest in RNA biology, neuroscience, and/or neurodegenerative diseases. A Ph.D. in biology, neuroscience, or equivalent fields with molecular biology skills is required. Preferred experience includes:
- Human iPSC cell culture
- Neuronal cell differentiation
- NGS library preparation
- Large-scale CRISPR screening in mammalian cells
- Protein/RNA biology
https://www.yinililab.com/
Benefits Eligibility
YES
Core Competencies
Strong writing and communication skills, ability to establish clear goals, and strong organizational and prioritization skills are critical for both positions.
Education
Ph.D.
FLSA Status
Exempt
