Project Scientist - Ajami Lab - Department of Neurology
- Mouse models of ALS (e.g., mSOD1, conditional knockouts)
- Human iPSC-derived microglia and macrophage systems
- Single-cell and spatial genomics (CITE-seq, CODEX/PhenoCycler)
- Mechanistic studies of ECM-integrin signaling in neuroinflammation
- May assist in preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications and presentations, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
- May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series.
- May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
- May develop, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols.
- Assists in lab experiments.
- Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
- May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows.
- Assists in day-to-day laboratory activities.
- Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research.
- Doctorate degree, required. PhD or MD/PhD degree in Immunology, Neuroscience, or closely related field.
- Completion of postdoctoral scholar training as applicable.
- Demonstrated expertise in ALS research (required).
- Strong publication record (first-author papers in relevant fields).
- Experience with iPSC-derived systems.
- Background in integrin biology, ECM signaling, or neuroinflammation.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Neurodegeneration models (ALS strongly preferred).
- Myeloid biology / microglia.
- Single-cell or spatial omics.
- In vivo mouse models.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency.
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