Postdoctoral Fellow

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Job Summary

Two Postdoctoral Positions in the Song Lab

The Song Lab at Mass General Hospital and Harvard Medical School invites applications for two postdoctoral researchers to join a funded "AI for AD" project focused on using AI-assisted de novo protein designs to detect and control misfolded protein species in AD.

HOW TO

Please send a cover letter describing your research interests and fit for the position, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3-5 references to Yuyu Song, [email protected], using the subject line “Song Lab Postdoctoral Application.”

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the two position are both filled.

The successful candidate will characterize these de novo protein designs, using biochemistry, cell biology, and human tissue/biofluid pathology to advance our understanding of targeting AD related protein misfolding. The position offers opportunities to develop independent research directions, collaborate with the neurodegeneration team at MGH, and contribute to publications and other research outputs.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research aligned with the project’s aims.
• Develop and apply experimental, computational, and theoretical methods focused on protein misfolding and neurodegeneration.
• Communicate findings through publications and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with lab members and cross-lab/institute colleagues and contribute to mentoring junior researchers.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold, or be close to completing, a Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell biology, or neuroscience. We seek candidates with strong research skills, demonstrated experience in protein biochemistry and biophysics, neuronal biology, and AD pathology, and an interest in AI-neuro crosstalk. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

Position details

The position is based at MassGeneral Institute of Neurodegenerative Diseases at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School, with a flexible start date. Funding is available for 2-5 years. Compensation and benefits will follow institutional policy.

Learn more about the Song Lab: https://research.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/institutes-centers/neuroscience-institute/department-of-neurology/mass-general-institute-for-neurodegenerative-disease/song-lab

The compensation range for this role is between $71,750 - $81,179.  Candidate experience is thoughtfully considered throughout the recruitment process, and those with significant experience may be considered for compensation above the starting range listed, as consistent with organizational guidelines and internal equity

Years of experience 

0         $71,750 - $73,544 

1         $73,544 - $75,382

2         $75,382 - $77,267

3         $77,267 - $79,199

4+       $79,199 - $81,179

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