Path 2: Postdoctoral Associate - Center for Genomics and Systems Biology (CGSB)

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Posted: 03-Mar-26

Location: Abu Dhabi

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Internal Number: 140742

The Center for Genomics and Systems Biology (CGSB) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) invites applications from individuals to be appointed as a Postdoctoral Associate. The position will be based at NYU Abu Dhabi and supervised by Dr. Dipesh Chaudhury. The successful applicant will use a combination of molecular and electrophysiological approaches to investigate how gene expression contributes to the rhythms in excitability and plasticity of circadian clock neurons in rodents and fruitflies.

 

Applicants must have a PhD in Biology or Neuroscience and experience in molecular biology, electrophysiology and animal handling, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. ­

 

Responsibilities

• Handle mice and perform behavioral experiments to measure stress and cognition.
• Measure locomotor activity in mice to determine diurnal and circadian rhythms.
• Measure electrical activity in cells taken from mice's brains.
• Measure changes in gene expression in brain cells taken from mice.

 

NYUAD offers a stimulating research environment, a distinguished community of outstanding researchers, and is enhanced by state-of-the-art research facilities that are institutionally supported. We are dedicated to being inclusive and welcome all backgrounds and life experiences. The terms of employment include a highly competitive salary, housing allowance, and other benefits.

 

Required Education

• PhD in Biology or Neuroscience

Required Work and Related Experienc

• Molecular Biology.
• Electrophysiology and animal handling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

1. Statement of interest in the position

2. Transcript of degree(s)

3. CV

4. Two letters of recommendation

 

UAE nationals are encouraged to apply

This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html

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