Title: Postgraduate Associate-Mosquito Neurobiology and Behavior, Sorrells lab
Department/School: Genetics Department, Yale School of Medicine
Anticipated Appointment Dates: June 1, 2025–May 31, 2026
Email/Website: www.sorrellslab.org
Introduction:
The Sorrells lab is a highly collaborative, friendly, supportive, and dynamic environment in the Department of Genetics. We are looking for a postgrad to study mosquito neural circuits and behavior. We are interested in understanding what neurons in the mosquito brain control attraction to humans and feeding on their blood as well as how this behavior evolved. As part of this work, we are developing genetic techniques to control specific populations of neurons and test their function. Please see www.sorrellslab.org for more information about our research and values.
Overview:
Education: The scientific questions addressed in the lab span the fields of neural circuits, behavioral neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and genomics. This position will increase knowledge in these areas through practice of experimental design and reading of primary literature.
Training: We use optogenetics, CRISPR-Cas9, transgenics, machine-learning based behavior analysis, imaging, and genomics to understand mosquito behavior and evolution. The post-graduate trainee will develop skills in these techniques as well as data presentation, visualization, and scientific writing.
Mentoring: Mentorship is a priority in the lab, and trainees will have frequent formal and informal meetings with Trevor and will also work closely with graduate students and post-docs in the lab. Each trainee will have a professional development plan tailored to their career goals.
Location: The lab is located at 300 Cedar St, New Haven CT.
Position Duration: Postgraduate positions are 1-year appointments, with the possibility of a one-year renewal.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in biological sciences is strongly preferred. Prior experience in neurobiology, molecular biology, or vector biology is desired but not necessary. Most applicants will pursue a PhD after their post-graduate experience. Start date is June 2025. We are looking for highly motivated candidates who can commit ~24 months.
Process to Apply: Interested applicants should apply with current CV and contact information for two references to: http://apply.interfolio.com/164849
Deadline to apply: For full consideration, please apply by 3/21/25. Additional applications will be considered on a rolling basis.