Job Description

The Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard is looking for outstanding postdoctoral scholars to join the laboratory of Ralda Nehme, at the .Based on unprecedented insights into the genetic basis of psychiatric diseases, the Nehme lab aims to uncover key disease mechanisms using human stem cell-derived models.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary group and perform cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular, and neurobiological mechanisms of psychiatric disorders. Specifically, the candidate will generate human brain cell types from pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) in vitro, to investigate causal relationships between psychiatric disease-associated genetic variants and neuronal phenotypes. The candidate would address fundamental scientific questions, formulate hypotheses, design and execute experiments, analyze and interpret data, and write and publish original papers, often in teamwork with other lab members and external collaborators. We emphasize research training and career development for all lab members. Research activities will take place at both the Broad Institute and Harvard University.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. in genetics, neuroscience, molecular/cellular biology, or related field
• Expertise in computational/bioinformatics approaches to biological problems
• Basic laboratory methods of molecular cell biology, imaging, and/or electrophysiology
• Strong publication record
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

PREFERRED SKILLS

Candidates with expertise in ONE or MORE of the following areas will be given priority.

• Programming (R and Python)
• Next-generation sequencing methods (RNAseq, single-cell RNAseq, ATAC-seq)

• Scientific investigation at the molecular and cellular level
• Experience with neuronal and/or stem cell culture

APPLICATION

Applicants should submit a cover letter stating the motivation, CV, and contact information for 3 references (names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.