About this role
Postdoctoral Fellow
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
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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.
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
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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.
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Position details
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The position is based at Mass General 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.
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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
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Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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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
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Years of experience
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0 $71,750 - $73,544
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1 $73,544 - $75,382
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2 $75,382 - $77,267
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3 $77,267 - $79,199
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4+ $79,199 - $81,179
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Remote Type
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Onsite
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Work Location
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114 16th Street