Postdoctoral position in lipid biology and mass spectrometry in the Zhao Lab at Yale University
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join the laboratory of Dr. Xiaoai Zhao in the Department of Comparative Medicine at Yale University. Zhao lab’s main focus is on the funtional investigation of complex lipids in the context of aging and diseases. Questions that the Zhao lab are interested in include: how do membrane lipids affect cellular function and organismal health during aging and age-related pathologies, what are the organelle-specific lipid contribution in biological processes, and what is the role of complex lipid species in systems metabolism. We use a combination of molecular biology, biochemistry and mass spectrometry in cell and animal models to address these questions. For more information, please visit www.zhaolabyale.com. Interested applicants please send a brief statement of interest and curriculum vitae with contact information for three references to the PI at [email protected].
Qualifications:
The successful candidate is expected to develop and apply innovative untargeted lipidomic studies using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LS-MS/MS) approaches on a latest Orbitrap MS platform from Thermo. The successful candidate will have completed or will soon complete their Ph.D. degree and should have extensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting high-resolution MS instruments, particularly orbitrap mass spectrometers. However, substantial prior experiences with other mass spectrometers will also be considered. Hands-on experience in sample preparation and data analysis is preferred. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong track record of publications, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with a commitment to excellence.
Opportunities and Benefits:
The candidate will lead research project on the new frontier of functional lipid research in the context of aging and systems metabolism. The Zhao lab is also part of a diverse and vibrant scientific community in the Department of Comparative Medicine and Yale Center for Molecular and Systems Metabolism. This position offers unique opportunity to interact with and learn from labs with broad expertise in metabolism, aging and immunology research. The candidate will also play a pivotal role in the development and shaping of the new Zhao Lab with opportunities to mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
Postdoc compensation and benefits will be according to Yale policies. More information about salaries and other resources can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs.