Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology (AI)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Salary: Starting at $72,500 per year

Company

A world-class pediatric research institution focused on pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases, with multidisciplinary biomedical research across basic, translational, clinical, and population science.

What you will do

• Design and conduct experiments in developmental neurobiology.
• Investigate rapid synaptic organelle dynamics during neurotransmission.
• Identify molecular mechanisms by which synaptic endocytic structures remove damaged proteins.
• Study these mechanisms in human physiology and neurodegenerative disorders.
• Independently interpret experimental data and contribute to peer-reviewed research publications.

Requirements

• Ability to independently design and execute experiments and interpret data.
• Expertise in deep learning-based microscopy image analysis, molecular and cellular biology, or super-resolution microscopy imaging.
• Strong record of contributions to peer-reviewed research publications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prepare high-quality manuscripts for publication.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to shared research resources, expert-led facilities, and cutting-edge technology.
• Professional development through grant-writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, and non-research career programs.
• Professional development allowance and comprehensive benefits.
• Generous relocation assistance.
• Collaborative postdoctoral community and support for work-life balance.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three referees.