28 Postdoctoral Fellowship at The Ohio State University, United States

The Tso Lab at The Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health (https://u.osu.edu/ivytsolab/) is seeking 2 postdoctoral fellows to work on a new NIMH-funded study investigating social cognition in psychosis spectrum disorders using EEG and other ongoing research studies. The lab uses multimethods, including psychophysics, eye tracking, multimodal fMRI, EEG, neuromodulation (TMS, tACS), and computational modeling to investigate the cognitive and neural bases of social processes affected in psychosis and bipolar disorder and related psychopathology. Start date is flexible, but should be between January and August 2024. Both clinical and non-clinical PhD candidates are welcome to apply.

The postdoc fellows’ primary responsibilities include: 1) setting up experimental tasks, including coding the stimulus presentation software; 2) building the databases necessary to manage data collection and data sharing; 3) setting up scripts to preprocess behavioral and EEG data; and 4) performing data preprocessing on a regular basis as data being collected; 5) performing data analyses; 6) presenting research findings at scientific conferences, writing and publishing manuscripts to disseminate the findings; and 9) assisting with grant writing to obtain research funds to continue this line of research.

Candidates with clinical backgrounds would have the option to designate 25%-50% effort to clinical assessments in the context of the R01 study and/or clinical services at the OSU Early Psychosis Intervention (EPICENTER) to accrue supervised clinical hours for licensure. Related responsibilities include: 1) administer and score the diagnostic instruments, clinical symptom ratings, and functional assessments; 2) lead and participate in outreach activities on OSU campuses and in local communities to facilitate recruitment; and 3) provide consultation to research staff and students on clinical issues encountered during study screening and evaluation sessions.

These positions are ideal for recent PhD graduates seeking a postdoctoral career of high research productivity (publications, grant writing) to facilitate transition to an independent academic research career, as well as those who are seeking clinical training to obtain licensure following postdoctoral training. Mentoring and allowances will be available to support career development activities (e.g., conference travel, workshop registration) and grant writing (e.g., NIH F32 or K award, NSF).  Excellent internal grant funding opportunities and training courses/workshops (e.g., neuroimaging methods, advanced statistical methods, grant writing) are widely available for early-career researchers within the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health and The Ohio State University. Dr. Tso is committed to (and has a track record of) mentoring postdoctoral fellows and helping them to develop a successful career in clinical psychology and affective neuroscience research.

 

A 2-year commitment is required, with the possibility of renewal up to 5 years depending on satisfactory performance. We especially invite and encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) racial/ethnic minorities, first-generation college students, and students from low-SES background.

We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated postdoctoral scholar with expertise in biochemistry, cell biology, structural biology, biophysics or related areas to conduct cutting-edge research on several projects focused on the role of actin binding proteins (e.g., plastins) and actin-specific bacterial toxins in the pathogenesis of human hereditary and infectious diseases, and cancer. Two examples of the lab’s priority projects are the recent discoveries of actin processive polymerization at the pointed end by Vibrio toxins (Sci. Adv., 2022) and the allosteric regulation of actin bundling proteins plastins (NSMB, 2022). Both, plastin and toxin projects relate to the mechanotransduction/mechanosensing properties of the actin cytoskeleton. Therefore, candidates with interests in mechanobiology are particularly welcomed.

 

The primary responsibilities of the postdoctoral scholar will be: taking the lead role in their research project(s), designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, writing/publishing manuscripts as the lead author, presenting their results at the local and national/international meetings, and supervising undergraduate and graduate researchers in the lab. Efforts to secure funding essential for successful career development will be encouraged and supported. The position will remain open until filled.  Guidance by the PI will be provided to assist with successful careers in academia or industry, depending on the priorities of the candidates.

The candidate will conduct research and publish in the areas of food processing and structure formation associated with their final properties; will utilize microscopy and spectroscopy to characterize the physico-chemical properties of materials (e.g., lipids, proteins, and their interaction) involved in food formulations; will research the mechanical characterization of bio-materials using standard rheological techniques and imaging techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR and MRI), atomic force microscopy (AMF), laser light and small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) testing, and data analysis. The postdoctoral candidate will collaborate with project PI and collaborators on the preparation of grant proposals to federal agencies, industry, and foundations related to food material research. The candidate will work closely with OSU and external colleagues to advance research in physico-chemistry aspects related to the quality of foods and their role in food processing. The candidate will collaborate with students in the PI’s lab and collaborators within OSU, as well as collaborators at other universities. The candidate will work on intellectual property issues arising from research in the labs of the project PI and collaborators.

 

Expected Qualifications: PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or related disciplines with research experience • Having knowledge of food analysis principals, experience in operation of laboratory equipment, strong math and physics background, familiar with MATLAB and computer programming and simulation • Having effective verbal and writing communication

The Townsend Lab for Neurobiology & Energy Balance is hiring a postdoctoral scientist to work on peripheral nerve studies including but not limited to: adipose innervation in comparison to other peripheral nerves, impacts of nerve stimulation modalities on peripheral neuropathy, gene and cell therapies as translational science, and basic/mechanistic work to determine molecular underpinnings of peripheral nerve health and disease.  The candidate will be working with human samples, mouse models, cell and molecular techniques, data management and data analyses, presentations at local/regional/national/international meetings as needed, and will assist with supervision and mentoring of students and other trainees in the lab.  The candidate will adhere to all lab policies and procedures, including research integrity and recordkeeping standards.  The candidate will work both independently and in teams and may assist with writing research and review articles, abstracts, project reports, and grants.  It is expected that the candidate will be productive toward future career goals and that the PI will assist and mentor in reaching future career goals.

The Beirowski lab at The Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center, Department of Neurology & Neuroscience Research Institute is inviting applications for 2 postdoctoral positions in multidisciplinary neurodegeneration research. The National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded positions are immediately available and come with full fringe benefits (salary according to NIH guidelines and commensurate with experience, starting annual salary currently ~$55,000). The start date is flexible.

 

The Beirowski lab has a unique focus on axon-glia interactions and tackles the question of how glial metabolism regulates axon integrity (e.g., Nature Neuroscience, PMID 32807950; Nature Neuroscience, PMID 25195104; PNAS, PMID 28484008). For more information visit the lab website: www.axonglia.com. Examples of current projects are in vivo and in vitro mechanistic studies on how metabolic perturbations in oligodendrocytes result in compromised axon integrity, and research on metabolic adaptations in Schwann cells/oligodendrocytes that support the survival of injured axons.

 

Applicants should have demonstrated outstanding performance throughout their previous studies with their own high-quality publications. The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences, ideally with less than 3 years of prior post-doctoral experience, be highly motivated, and show good communication skills. Strong language and writing skills are important.

 

Interested candidates should send their inquiries or applications (cover letter explaining motivation and including a brief statement of research interests, CV, publication list, as well as names and contact details of 3 professional referees) directly to Dr. Beirowski ([email protected]).

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to work collaboratively with the Division of Biosciences. This is a term
position for a maximum 4-year duration and is dependent on grant funding. The Division of Biosciences is a multidisciplinary basic science unit committed to research and teaching in the broad area of biosciences. All faculty members within the Division are engaged in active research programs and are funded by a variety of organizations including the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation.

 

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio.
The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its
undergraduate and graduate programs.

Researcher 1 (Research Associate) participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating in the Department of Physiology and Cell Biology; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kiran Nakka in the department of Physiology and Cell Biology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Motivated candidates interested in pursuing “Inflammation-associated molecular regulation of muscle regeneration” are encouraged to apply. Candidates with background in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology are preferred. Our lab investigates the gene regulatory networks in muscle stem cells using cutting-edge high-throughput studies, single-cell technologies and proteomics. The candidate will be responsible for conducting and evaluating the experiments, collect and analyze the data, develops and trouble shoots new experimental techniques and protocols, stay updated with current scientific literature and research in the field, and contributes to manuscript preparation.

Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue research studying mechanisms of macrophage interactions between Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa under the guidance of scientific mentor in the Department of Microbial Infection & Immunity; designs, conducts, and evaluates research experiments; plans and executes advanced molecular biology and immunology research techniques and procedures including multicolor flow cytometry; develops, adopts and implements new laboratory methods; analyzes and interprets data; writes research papers for publication; performs scientific literature searches; presents research findings at local, national, or international scientific meetings; applies for postdoctoral fellowships; assists PI with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding in support of research; performs scientific literature searches; participates in journal clubs, laboratory meetings, and Department seminars and activities; assists with training of other lab members.

The Center for Tobacco Research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. The fellow will work primarily with Dr. Alayna Tackett on research related to tobacco control and tobacco regulatory science. Projects may include human laboratory research focused on understanding the behavioral and health effects associated with use of synthetic cooling agents in tobacco/nicotine products, respiratory effects related to the use of e-cigarettes, and behavioral correlates associated with oral nicotine pouch use. Opportunities are available for interdisciplinary mentoring and training in other tobacco research areas, as our faculty expertise and institutional resources range from bench-top science to population-level policy and regulation. The environment of the Center for Tobacco Research and broader University provide access to unparalleled resources to enrich fellows’ research training experience.
Training will be individualized for the fellow to develop competencies in tobacco research and specific skills and expertise tailored to the fellow’s research interests. In addition to individualized mentoring, the fellow will have opportunities to take part in seminars and workshops that will provide training in preparing research grant applications, tobacco-related research methods, advanced statistical techniques, and other areas.
The fellow will be part of an interdisciplinary research team and will gain experience leading experiments focused on human laboratory research, and conducting and overseeing data collection, including quality control monitoring procedures. The fellow will also gain experience in leading the preparation of abstracts for presentation at national conferences and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication using data from ongoing and recently completed studies supported by the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration Center for Tobacco Products. The fellow will also receive support and be encouraged to develop their own grant applications (e.g., F series, K series, or institutional research grants). Additional activities will be determined by the fellow and mentor.

We are actively seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to pursue an innovative project focused on antigen discovery in regulatory T cells for type 1 diabetes in the Departments of Neurology and the Microbial Infection and Immunity in Akkaya Lab (https://akkayalab.org/). This project, funded by the NIH, presents a unique chance to delve into cutting-edge research at the intersection of T cell biology, genetics, bioinformatics, and machine learning/AI. A strong immunology background and expertise in cloning and gene editing techniques (lenti-/retro-virus and/or CRISPR) are essential. This position is highly competitive, offering the chance to work on a project with significant potential impact. We welcome candidates who are passionate about scientific exploration and eager to contribute to meaningful research endeavors. The successful candidate will be involved in designing and executing experiments of considerable scope and complexity; collecting and analyzing data; developing and troubleshooting new experimental techniques and protocols; attending research seminars; contributing to manuscript preparation and supporting technical writing; participating in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding; performing additional duties as assigned. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity and meet the specified qualifications, we invite you to submit your CV along with a maximum 2-page cover letter describing your past research and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.

Post Doctoral Researcher in the lab of Dr. Purnima Dubey, Department of Microbial Infection and Immunity, to research mucosal vaccines against B. pertussis; designs, conducts, and evaluates research experiments involving mouse and human samples; designs and executes advanced immunology and microbiology techniques including eukaryotic cell culture, and multiparameter flow cytometry; writes research papers for publication; presents research findings at local, national, or international scientific meetings; applies for postdoctoral fellowships; assists PI with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding in support of research; analyzes and interprets data; performs scientific literature searches; participates in journal clubs, laboratory meetings, and Department seminars and activities; assists with training of other lab members.

The primary responsibilities of the postdoctoral scholar will include:

• Lead role in their research project(s).
• Designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and writing/publishing manuscripts as the lead author.
• Presenting their results at the local and national/international meetings,
• Assisting PI with grant applications.
• Assisting with IRB and IACUC protocols.
• Supervising undergraduate and graduate researchers in the lab.

 

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Post Doctoral Scholar will work with Professor Scott Gaudi in the Department of Astronomy on the development and planning of several surveys enabled by NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Galactic Bulge Time Domain Survey. The department has substantial institutional presence in the Roman Space Telescope, including significant participation in two Project Infrastructure Teams and two Wide Field Science Teams.  Duties will include finalizing the quenching analysis of the NGC 3109 satellite observed in MADCASH, analyzing satellite systems in LBT-SONG, preparing papers for publication and developing ideas for the dwarf galaxy project.

One-year appointment begins August 2024, with the possibility of renewal for one academic year based on positive performance. A full-time (100%) appointment entails teaching one course per semester and assisting with the administration of the newly-created Center for the Study of Germanic Cultures and the Environment, including helping to organize its spring conference and editing the proceedings. The postdoctoral associate will also be assigned a departmental mentor. 

The Department of Dance at The Ohio State University seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Scholar in Dance, supported by the Global Arts and Humanities Discovery Themes initiative and the College of Arts and Sciences. The Dance Postdoctoral Scholar will spend the one-year term, with the opportunity to renew, in residence at The Ohio State University, participating in the curricular and scholarly life of the department. The Department of Dance seeks a scholar-practitioner with a focus in interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary approaches to research-based practice and scholarship. The ideal candidate grounds their scholarship in practice; brings expertise of mixed ethnographic and historical research methods through a range of disciplinary approaches; and researches emergent and established practices in movement, digital media, choreography, and/or performance. We seek a scholar-practitioner working in and with movement traditions and practices firmly centering African, Asian and/or Latine Diaspora Dance Studies. The successful scholar’s cross-disciplinary research considers the circulations of forms, styles, and practices. We are particularly excited to hear from candidates working in one or more of the following: the adoption of a broad temporal time frame, for example the combination of historical perspectives with current dynamics of globalization; an explicitly comparative focus on translocal, transnational, and transcontinental perspectives; meaningful engagement with gender and/or sexuality related to performance practices; or a firm orientation toward South-South linkages and/or Indigenous flows. This scholar will contribute to our committed investigations of dance through embodied practices, historical inquiries, and technological explorations to deepen our engagement with underrepresented archives and repertoires.

Coordinates and manages all ongoing research projects in the Cereal Disease Epidemiology and Integrated Management laboratory (The Paul Lab), including federally funded projects on risk assessment and management of Fusarium head blight, mycotoxins, and foliar diseases in wheat, and foliar and ear diseases and mycotoxins in corn. Coordinates the collection and analysis of data for collaborative projects with PIs from participating institutions across the country. Assists with the preparation of grant proposals for renewal, extension, and advancement of research projects. Prepares annual project reports and manuscripts. Assists with the mentorship of graduate students. Supervises technical staff and interns. Assists with the maintenance and management of wheat and barley disease screening nurseries.      

Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue specialized research training, education and experience under the guidance of a scientific mentor in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine within the Department of Internal Medicine; plans, designs and executes experiments of considerable scope and complexity in the assigned research lab focusing on pulmonary biology; collects and analyzes data for research sponsored by appropriate agencies and Institutions; identifies and selects problems to be studied; develops and troubleshoots new experimental techniques and protocols; attends research seminars; contributes to manuscript preparation and supports technical writing; participates in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding; performs additional duties as assigned.

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating the Acute Lung Injury (ALI) Research Program, a multi-disciplinary research program focused on the investigation of fundamental mechanisms in lung injury and repair utilizing advanced tools in molecular, biochemical, and clinical investigation, synergizing basic and translational discoveries; in the Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating zebrafish development and behavior through management of a zebrafish core facility and labwork as directed in the Department of Neuroscience; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular, and biological research techniques and procedures including  PCR reactions, gel electrophoresis, assays, cell cultures and Northern and Western analysis; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating pancreatic cancer in the Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology. The role will include collection, processing or human and animal tissues and fluids, including blood and potential expansion of tissues in organoid and murine models. The role will include coordination of retrieval of clinical specimens, management and maintenance of tissue registry, and compliance with human and animal regulatory protocols. In addition, the role will include participation in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.

This is an opportunity to become involved in the one of the most cutting-edge areas of cancer therapy – Immune Oncology, to learn and use the newest technologies, develop the most marketable skillset in laboratory science, while working with an exceptional team of dedicated and talented scientists.

Research Associate who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects for the Acute Lung Injury (ALI) Research Program, a multi-disciplinary research program focused on the investigation of fundamental mechanisms in lung injury and repair utilizing advanced tools in molecular, biochemical, and clinical investigation, synergizing basic and translational discoveries, in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine; participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies; designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques; collects, analyzes and interprets research data; assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques; tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization; assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken; assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff; oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment; performs additional duties as assigned.