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Postdoctoral Associate

The Weill Institute

The Fenghua Hu lab (https://hu.wicmb.cornell.edu/ ) is recruiting postdoctoral scholars.

NIH-funded postdoctoral positions are available in Dr. Fenghua Hu’s laboratory at Cornell University to study molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, particularly amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),  frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Candidates with prior experiences in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Details of Dr. Hu’s laboratory, ongoing research projects, and recent publications can be found at https://hu.wicmb.cornell.edu/ . Successful candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry or neuroscience. Prior research experience in mouse models, and/or membrane trafficking and lysosome biology will be a plus. Interested candidates should contact Dr. Fenghua Hu (fh87@cornell.edu).

The Weill Institute (https://wicmb.cornell.edu/ ) is an interdisciplinary hub of life science research at Cornell. Our faculty perform cutting edge cell biological research, from basic molecular mechanisms to human diseases. We bring together faculty, students, and postdocs from various departments and graduate fields, representing research areas that might not otherwise engage in crosstalk.

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Pay Range:

$54,840.00 - $75,000.00

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience.
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
• Unique applicable skills.

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

2022-06-17