Postdoctoral Position in the Shi laboratory, The Rowland Institute at Harvard
Cambridge, MA
Updated: April 09
Postdoctoral Position in the Shi laboratory, The Rowland Institute at Harvard
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| Title | Postdoctoral Position in the Shi laboratory, The Rowland Institute at Harvard |
|---|---|
| School | Faculty of Arts and Sciences |
| Department/Area | Rowland Institute at Harvard |
| Position Description | We are seeking an intellectually curious and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Shi Lab at the Rowland Institute at Harvard. Our research focuses onuncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases. We specialize in decoding glycans—complex carbohydrates that decorate our cells and permeate our brain’s extracellular environment. Despite their fundamental biological roles, glycans remain one of the most understudied components of neurobiology. We aim to change that using interdisciplinary approaches that combine advanced microscopy (confocal, electron, in vivo multi-photon), viral vectors, protein engineering, mouse models, and multi-omics analyses. For further information on the lab, please visit: /> We welcome applications from postdoctoral candidates with backgrounds in neurobiology, glycobiology, immunology, or related fields. Applicants will benefit directly from the interdisciplinary core facilities at the Rowland Institute at Harvard and will be encouraged to participate in the Harvard and Boston scientific community. Harvard University postdocs are offered competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. |
| Basic Qualifications | We invite applications from postdoctoral candidates with backgrounds in neurobiology, glycobiology, immunology, and biochemistry. Ideally, the candidate will have experience with mouse work, surgeries, cloning, microscopy/biological imaging, FACS, bioinformatics, and/or protein biochemistry. A strong publication record in relevant fields demonstrating these skills is highly preferred. |
| Additional Qualifications | We require the following application materials: 1. Curriculum vitae 2. Cover letter describing past, current, and future research interests 3. Contact information for up to three references This position is open until filled. Letters of reference will only be requested after candidates pass an initial screening. |
| Special Instructions | |
| Contact Information | For more information, please contact Dr. Sophia M. Shi |
| Contact Email | sophiashi@fas.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field. The ranges for researchers are as follows:
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| Minimum Number of References Required | 2 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
| Keywords | Neurobiology, glycobiology, aging, neurodegeneration, disease, brain, vasculature, postdoc, harvard, rowland, biochemistry |
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We are seeking an intellectually curious and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Shi Lab at the Rowland Institute at Harvard. Our research focuses onuncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases. We specialize in decoding glycans—complex carbohydrates that decorate our cells and permeate our brain’s extracellular environment. Despite their fundamental biological roles, glycans remain one of the most understudied components of neurobiology. We aim to change that using interdisciplinary approaches that combine advanced microscopy (confocal, electron, in vivo multi-photon), viral vectors, protein engineering, mouse models, and multi-omics analyses. For further information on the lab, please visit: We welcome applications from postdoctoral candidates with backgrounds in neurobiology, glycobiology, immunology, or related fields. Applicants will benefit directly from the interdisciplinary core facilities at the Rowland Institute at Harvard and will be encouraged to participate in the Harvard and Boston scientific community. Harvard University postdocs are offered competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. Basic Qualifications We invite applications from postdoctoral candidates with backgrounds in neurobiology, glycobiology, immunology, and biochemistry. Ideally, the candidate will have experience with mouse work, surgeries, cloning, microscopy/biological imaging, FACS, bioinformatics, and/or protein biochemistry. A strong publication record in relevant fields demonstrating these skills is highly preferred. Additional Qualifications We require the following application materials:1. Curriculum vitae 2. Cover letter describing past, current, and future research interests 3. Contact information for up to three references. This position is open until filled. Letters of reference will only be requested after candidates pass an initial screening. Special Instructions Contact Information For more information, please contact Dr. Sophia M. Shi Contact Email sophiashi@fas.harvard.edu Salary Range Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field. The ranges for researchers are as follows: Postdocs: $67,600-$80,000 Research Associates: $68,964-$95,000 Minimum Number of References Required 2 Maximum Number of References Allowed 3 Keywords Neurobiology, glycobiology, aging, neurodegeneration, disease, brain, vasculature, postdoc, harvard, rowland, biochemistry
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