Post Doc Research Scientist – Neurodegeneration

Organization Overview:

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Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist with strong in vivo two photon imaging skills to perform groundbreaking translational research in Alzheimer's disease. Your work will focus on investigating mechanisms of amyloid immunotherapy-related microhemorrhage in Alzheimer's disease using in vivo two-photon imaging of amyloid mouse models. 

• Investigate the molecular and cellular processes underlying amyloid immunotherapy-induced microhemorrhage using advanced in vivo two-photon imaging techniques in real time
• Evaluate the neuroinflammatory roles of central and peripheral immune cells in amyloid immunotherapy induced microhemorrhage pathogenesis
• Explore novel mechanisms that may contribute to toxicity risks associated with amyloid immunotherapy
• Collaborate with scientists across neuroscience and other functional areas in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Present findings at national and international conferences and publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience or other related field 
• Experience in in vivo dosing (IV,IP, SC), mouse brain stereotactic surgery, in vivo two photon imaging, image analysis
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Background in neurodegeneration and/or neurovascular biology research
• Prior working experience with Alzheimer’s disease or other neurodegenerative mouse models 
• Experience in developing image analysis workflows (Python, MATLAB, R, Imaris) 
• Experience in histologic post hoc brain tissue analysis (IF, IHC, RNAScope) 
• Experience in antibody conjugation for fluorescence dye labeling  
• Proficient in data analysis and presentation
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) along with a strong publication record. 

Additional Information

This position is not permanent. It is for a fixed duration of two years with potential to extend to 3 years and for maximum of up to 4 years.