Postdoctoral Fellow in Chemistry

Harvard University

Position Details

Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Cohen Lab)
School: Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area: Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Position Description

The Cohen Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The Cohen Lab develops and applies new tools to study biology. We push the limits of physics and chemistry to make measurements in previously inaccessible regimes. Work in the lab combines optics, protein engineering, chemistry, electrophysiology, simulation, and theory. We work at the levels of individual molecules, single cells, and whole, genetically modified, organisms.

A major focus is toward studying electrical signaling in the nervous system. We developed fluorescent reporters of membrane voltage and associated instrumentation to map electrical activity with high resolution in space and time. We study information processing in the brains of awake, behaving mice and zebrafish. We also work on electrical signaling in other tissues; on mechanical signaling in cells; and on the roles of physical forces in embryonic development.

Responsibilities include:

  1. Conduct research in neuroscience, chemistry, physics, and related fields.

  2. Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and conferences.

  3. Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary research projects.

  4. Contribute to the preparation of research proposals.

  5. Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students.

Basic Qualifications

  1. A Ph.D. in a relevant field

  2. Demonstrated record of research achievement

  3. Strong written and oral communication skills

  4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Qualifications

(Information not provided)

Special Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The health of our community is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.

Contact Information

Professor Adam Cohen
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Harvard University
12 Oxford Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Contact Email: cohen@chemistry.harvard.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.

Minimum Number of References Required: 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3

Keywords

optics, protein engineering, chemistry, electrophysiology, simulation, theory, physics

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

  • (Not specified)

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