Postdoctoral Fellow, Neuroscience, Peripheral Nerve Disease

NextGen Precision Health
 

The laboratory of Dr. Kathryn Moss is seeking multiple highly motivated postdoctoral fellows to join our team. Our lab is part of a growing neuromuscular research community through the NextGen Precision Health Initiative and postdoctoral fellows will benefit from a vibrant and highly collaborative lab environment. The Moss lab is focused on identifying molecular, cellular and systems mechanisms driving pathogenesis of the most common inherited peripheral nerve disease, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) with the goal of facilitating therapy development for this debilitating disease. We use a variety of techniques including transgenic mouse models, cell culture, mouse neuromuscular behavioral assays and nerve conduction studies and widefield/confocal/electron microscopy.

Postdoctoral fellows will be an important part of an interdisciplinary team and develop skillsets supporting their transition to independence including mentoring students and grant writing. Underrepresented minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

100% on-site work.

PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, cell biology or related discipline.
 

Candidates will be evaluated on their persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude.

Salary is commensurate with experience starting at NIH pay scale.  
 

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research/Training Interests (1-2 pages): Summarizing your current interests and expertise, long-term career goals and how postdoctoral training would facilitate those goals.
• List of 3-5 Professional References
   

Review of applications will continue until positions are filled.
 

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits . 

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