Yale Postdoctoral Positions

POSTDOC POSITION, YALE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF HUMAN GENETICS IN PSYCHIATRY

For a highly motivated graduate student to join a productive research group, the Gelernter Lab, working on the genetics of psychiatric illness – especially posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and related traits. Work will focus on (a) genetics of posttraumatic stress disorder, suicidality, substance use disorders, depression and anxiety, and many related psychiatric traits. We have work based in the uniquely-informative Million Veteran Program dataset, and also make use of many other datasets, including our own Yale-Penn sample, Thai sample, and other samples; (b) Psychiatric Genomics Consortium projects focusing on substance use disorder genetics but also including depression and anxiety genetics and other PGC-included traits, and (c) studies in non-European populations to increase our understanding of genetics of psychiatric traits in diverse populations. Projects include NIDA-funded studies on methamphetamine genetics in Thailand; a training project in collaboration with several Thai institutions; a VA-funded, Million Veteran Program-affiliated project in the genetics of PTSD and related traits; studies of epigenetics of psychiatric traits; and studies of whole genome sequence in psychiatric traits. A NIDA-fudned study concentrates on cannabis use genetics and PRS prediction of response to THC in a laboratory paradigm, and a newly-funded NIMH study focuses on depression and anxiety genetics on large biobank samples. Through these and several other current projects, we have access to large datasets including the Million Veteran Program and the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium. The ideal candidate should hold an MD or PhD, and have a strong background in human genetics and/or statistics, including knowledge of genomewide methods, such as GWAS and post-GWAS analysis; and comfort with bioinformatics. The candidate should also be able to work cooperatively with peers at Yale and with many other collaborators nationally and internationally; and be able to bring research to publication. Our highly collaborative research division faculty includes Dr Gelernter, and also Drs Renato Polimanti, Daniel Levey, Janitza Montalvo-Ortiz, Hang Zhou, and Joseph Deak (all prior Gelernter Lab trainees). Start date is flexible. Applicants should preferably have US citizenship or permanent residency. Please send application (including CV and contact information for at least three references) by email to Prof. Joel Gelernter at joel.gelernter@yale.edu.

More information about our work is available at the lab website, https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/gelernter.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of minority groups.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases

Position Description

The lab of Dr. Colin Carlson (Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases / Yale Center on Climate Change and Health) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research on the relationship between global environmental change and infectious disease epidemiology, with a focus on zoonotic and vector-borne diseases.

This position exists as part of the Verena project, an NSF Biology Integration Institute based with the Carlson Lab at Yale. Verena is an international and interdisciplinary collaborative network of researchers with expertise in virology, ecology, and computational biology, working together to develop better (and more biology-driven) quantitative models that can anticipate future risks from emerging infectious diseases. The postdoc will participate in both the Carlson Lab and the Verena program, joining a network led primarily by early career scientists, with over two dozen active trainees.

We are looking for a fellow to conduct research related to the mission of the Verena program. A successful candidate may propose their own research and/or bring existing projects with them, provided they relate broadly to quantitative models of host-virus interactions and viral emergence; they could also develop work in one of these areas:

Geographic range shifts: Species are on the move – and bringing pathogens with them. We’re interested in using open biodiversity datasets to measure historical and present-day geographic range shifts in the arthropod vectors (e.g., ticks, mosquitoes) or vertebrate (e.g., bats) reservoirs of emerging infections; testing hypotheses about the role of climate change; and inferring potential impacts on disease transmission.

Causal inference in ecoepidemiology: A growing proportion of the global burden of disease is the result of human influence on ecosystems and the climate. We’re interested in developing statistical analyses that can estimate the specific contribution of climate and land use change to the burden of zoonotic and vector-borne diseases, with a focus on emerging viruses. We’re also interested in modeling vaccination and other control strategies, and translating these into policy-relevant recommendations.

Mosquito-arbovirus interactions: We’re interested in identifying evolutionary and ecological correlates of vector competence, using machine learning models, annotated mosquito and flavivirus genomes, and a new database compiled from published vector competence experiments. This work will be conducted in close collaboration with the lab of Dr. Gregory Ebel at Colorado State University, who will test predictions and potentially generate transcriptomic and proteomic datasets on mosquito innate immunity.

Literature annotation and disease surveillance: Very little wildlife disease data is currently deposited in FAIR databases. As a result, it is nearly impossible to describe sampling gaps, including those with direct relevance to public health and outbreak risk assessment. We’re interested in borrowing methods from climate science for machine learning classification of scientific literature and using these models to map global research effort in disease ecology and pathogen discovery. This work will be conducted in close collaboration with the lab of Dr. Timothée Poisot at the University of Montreal.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in epidemiology, ecology, or a related field, and significant experience with statistical analysis and modeling. A strong candidate will be comfortable with R and/or other scientific programming languages (e.g., Python, Julia). Depending on the project, a strong candidate could also have experience with:

• Climate models and climate data, including methods from attribution science
• Genomic data, including genome annotation, and other multi-omic datasets
• Biodiversity data (e.g., GBIF)
• Geospatial models (e.g., R-INLA)
• Machine learning (primarily classification and regression tree models)
• Large language models used in research applications (e.g., BERT)
• Open science platforms (e.g., Github) and best practices
• Software development (e.g., R packages)

Compensation & Benefits:

Postdoc compensation and benefits will be according to Yale policies. More information about salaries and other resources can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs/salaries-taxes.

Application

Please apply online: http://apply.interfolio.com/153039

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 professional references. The cover letter should address areas of interest and prior experience, as well as at least two recent publications or preprints from the lab that are most closely aligned with the candidate’s interests.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Wildlife Disease Ecology and AI at Yale University  

A postdoctoral position is available to study AI-enabled disease detection in wildlife at Yale University. This position is part of a collaborative project between Yale, the Smithsonian’s Movement of Life Initiative, and Microsoft AI for Good. The position will be based in the laboratory of Dr. Vanessa Ezenwa in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (https://ezenwalab.yale.edu/), and the postdoc will lead efforts to develop, test, and validate a machine learning-based pipeline for identifying and extracting data on large mammals from high-resolution satellite imagery. The candidate will use this information to examine links between the spatial organization of large mammal aggregations and disease prevalence. The ultimate goal of the project is to understand how high-resolution imagery can be used for disease surveillance in wildlife.

The salary is $68,000 with benefits. Funding is available for up to two years, depending on annual performance evaluations. The proposed start date is negotiable but could be as early as December 1, 2024.   

Qualifications  

Candidates must have a PhD (by the start date) in ecology and evolutionary biology, computer science, geography, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in machine learning (e.g., object detection), GIS/remote sensing, excellent written and oral communication skills, an established record of peer-reviewed publications, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and an interest in applying their skills to the study of infectious diseases.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following documents by September 30, 2024 for full consideration. Applications submitted after September 30th will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

(1) Cover letter describing your research background and how it relates to this position, key research accomplishments, interests, career goals, and specific motivation for the position (2 pages maximum)

(2) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

(3) Contact information for 3 references

(4) One example publication that demonstrates your skills

Applications should be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/152611. For questions about the position, contact Vanessa Ezenwa (vanessa.ezenwa@yale.edu).

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Yale School of Medicine, Department of Cellular & Molecular Physiology

We study how ion channels and membrane receptors regulate signaling in gametes and fertilization process (www.jeanjuchunglab.org)<http://www.jeanjuchunglab.org)/>. We combine genetic manipulation and protein engineering of ion channel/membrane receptor function with cellular and mouse models using insights from human genetics and evolution.

We are expanding our research team and seek highly motivated and independent postdoctoral candidates with an inquisitive nature and a quantitative mind in two areas. Prospective applicants must have a background in ion channels and membrane receptors and/or drug discovery with hands-on experience and technical expertise in (1) protein biochemistry and structural biology or (2) electrophysiology. Actively recruiting for current NIH funded projects (basic and translational research on the CatSper channel and sperm physiology) through 2029.

As a postdoctoral trainee in the Chung lab, you will learn techniques in the lab and/or in collaboration: mouse and human genetics, proteomics, comparative genomics, advanced imaging technologies including super-resolution and electron microscopy.

To apply, please send a single PDF file to Jean-Ju Chung at jean-ju.chung@yale.edu containing (1) a brief cover letter outlining research interests and career goals, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a list of three references with contact information.

Postdoctoral Opportunity – Kim Lab – Yale School of Medicine

The Kim lab at the Yale School of Medicine Department of Urology is seeking a highly qualified and passionate scientist to embark on state-of-the-art translational cancer research projects associated with the generation of cancer models, genomic analysis and the search for novel therapeutics. This work takes place amid a highly collaborative team of researchers and clinicians, at the interface of basic science and cancer medicine, with the common goal of bringing precision cancer medicine closer to patients and families.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D., and have strong analytical skills, significant experience and an excellent track record of publications in the areas of:

• Functional and Structural Cancer Genomics
• Computational and Systems Biology & Bioinformatics
• Genetically Engineered Murine Models of Cancer
• Cancer Biology & Biochemistry
• Cancer Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Compensation & Benefits:

Postdoc compensation and benefits will be according to Yale policies. More information about salaries and other resources can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs. Eligible scholars are welcome to bring their own source of funding (e.g., fellowship). Personal funds are not acceptable.

Apply:

To apply to this unique opportunity please contact Dr. William Kim (William.kim@yale.edu). Please provide a C.V. and three letters of recommendation.

Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, faculty and staff and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Experimental Postdoctoral Position - Synthetic Biology for the RAS Pathway – Stites Laboratory

The Stites lab has extensive experience investigating the RAS pathway and its role in cancer.  We have found the application of systems biology approaches to problems in RAS and cancer biology very productive, i.e., Stites EC et al, Science, 2007; Hu J et al, Cell, 2013; Stites EC et al, Cell Reports, 2015; McFall T et al, Science Signaling, 2019; McFall T et al, Cell Reports, 2021; Mendiratta G and Stites EC, eLife, 2023, Trogdon et al, 2024).  

We have begun to integrate synthetic biology approaches and concepts into our experimental work.  Our pilot experimental and computational studies have laid strong foundations for several studies that will apply synthetic biology methodology to alter the functions of the RAS pathway and its role in cancer.   The laboratory is now looking for an experimental postdoctoral fellow to take the lead in expanding one or more of these projects.  .

The ideal candidate will have strong and extensive experience with cell signaling, cancer biology, experimental troubleshooting, and systems thinking.  The ideal candidate will also Candidates should also be comfortable working in a collaborative environment that includes other experimental biologists as well as purely computational/mathematical scientists.  The ideal candidate will both enjoy the challenge of and be capable of bringing new ideas and new methods to the project.  

Requirements for the position include a doctoral degree, one or more first author research publications demonstrating sophisticated problem solving and scientific reasoning, a history of high-quality productivity, and a strong desire to take the lead on one or more major research projects in partnership with the laboratory PI.

Additional information about the laboratory, research interests, completed research projects, and the excellent career trajectories of previous postdoctoral fellows and lab members is available on the laboratory website: https://www.stiteslab.org/

Interested candidates should send contact Ed Stites, MD, PhD at research@stiteslab.org and include (1)  CV, (2) a statement that highlights how the candidate meets the requirements for the position, and (3) a statement that describes the candidate’s interests and goals.

Postdoctoral Position - Yale School of Medicine - Department of Emergency Medicine

The Data Mining (DM) Lab at Yale University lead by Dr. Samah Fodeh has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in a series of projects that focus on leveraging healthcare data to improve patient care. The work spans work with structured and unstructured data in the electronic health record (EHR) as well as MyChart data, with the opportunity to work on applications of machine learning/deep learning/ Natural Language Processing in novel areas of healthcare. The position is open for a driven individual with a PhD in data science, computer science, biomedical informatics, or a similar background with some experience working with large datasets. Prior experience with healthcare is not required but will be helpful. The ideal candidate will have an interest in broad career development in a dynamic environment that allows them to develop as a leader in healthcare data science and innovation.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the ideal candidate is expected to lead several efforts, including working with the team to develop, discover and apply novel machine learning/natural language processing/deep learning applications to healthcare. They will also lead or assist drafting analytical sections for peer-review publication for various project. Responsibilities will also include participating in the design, implementation, and maintenance of data pipelines and leading/assisting in building algorithms for deep learning with close collaboration from the study team.

While programming experience with python and/or R is required, experience with one or more of the following skills will be an asset. However, if the individual is willing to learn these skills, there are opportunities to learn them in this position: distributed and cluster computing, with a specific focus on PySpark, working with large tabular data with python/R, basic principles of natural language processing and their applications in python with PyTorch/Huggingface/SpaCy, applications of computer vision and signal processing in Tensorflow or PyTorch, Llama and GPT models.

Essential Duties

Develop and execute new and/or highly complex algorithms and predictive models and determine analytical approaches and modeling techniques to evaluate potential future outcomes. Establish analytical rigor and statistical methods to analyze large amount of data, using advanced statistical techniques and mathematical analyses.  Manage analytical projects from data exploration, model building, performance evaluation, through implementation. Develop work plans and monitor progress and project timelines. Document coding and changes to work plans using established work group methods in GitHub. Interact with a multidisciplinary team of internal and external peers to regularly, effectively, and openly communicate progress and outcomes of planned work. Attend weekly team meetings to discuss team and project-related activities, issues, change, communications, and updates.

Required Education and Experience

PhD Degree in computer science, applied/computational mathematics, engineering, bioinformatics, data science, or a related field and two years of demonstrated experience or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Demonstrated expertise working with Linux, Python, and Java.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to work with large structured and unstructured datasets, and GPU-accelerated computing. Proven experience with Large Language Models.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Sound background in theoretical and applied machine learning/deep learning with applications to either language, signals, or images.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Demonstrated strong ability to communicate technical ideas and results to non-technical customers in written and verbal formats.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Strong organizational, time management, and leadership skills. Ability and willingness to work in a highly collaborative team environment and matrixed organization.

Please email samah.fodeh@yale.edu if interested.

Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, faculty and staff and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Postdoctoral Associate -Mu Lab -Yale School of Medicine

Postdoctoral Position Available in Molecular Mechanisms and Translational Research in Prostate Cancer

The Mu Laboratory in the Department of Urology at Yale School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our cutting-edge research team. Our lab is dedicated to uncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive resistance to targeted and immune therapies in prostate and other cancers. We are also pioneering innovative therapeutic strategies to overcome these resistances, utilizing a range of state-of-the-art techniques, including 3D-cultured organoids, single-cell sequencing, and spatial transcriptomics. Our recent work has been published in top-tier journals such as Cancer Cell (2020, 2023), Cancer Discovery (2024), Nature Cancer (2022), and Oncogene (2024).

Exciting Research Directions in the Lab:

• Lineage Plasticity and Resistance: Unravel the mechanisms of lineage plasticity-driven resistance and develop novel combination therapies to prevent or overcome this resistance.
• Novel Tumor Suppressors and Oncogenes: Identify and explore new druggable targets among novel tumor suppressors and oncogenes that mediate therapy resistance.
• Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Modulation: Explore how prostate cancer cells alter the tumor microenvironment and immune cells to achieve resistance.
• Mutagenesis and Tumor Evolution: Investigate the molecular mechanisms that promote mutagenesis, tumor heterogeneity, and tumor evolution.
• Epigenetic Rewiring: Examine how epigenetic rewiring promotes therapy resistance and find ways to counteract these changes.
• Drug development: Develop novel therapeutic agents, including small molecular inhibitors and protein degraders, using our established high-throughput platform.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree.
• Applicants with a strong background in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics and Epigenetics, Immunology, and/or Computational Biology are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Postdoc compensation and benefits will be according to Yale policies. More information about salaries and other resources can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs.

Apply:

Interested individuals should send the below information to the following:

Ping Mu, PhD

Associate Professor

Department of Urology

Yale University

ping.mu@yale.edu

• Brief Cover Letter: Describe your specific interest in the fellowship, highlighting relevant skills and experience.
• Academic CV or Resume
• Contact Information for 3 References

Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, faculty and staff and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.

The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (https://www.ycei.org), part of the Child Study Center at the Yale School of Medicine, conducts research and teaches people of all ages how to develop their emotional intelligence. Our work focuses on (1) the development of social and emotional skills among diverse populations in education settings and organizations, and (2) the mechanisms by which social and emotional skills and training impact significant life outcomes.

We are seeking a highly motivated, full-time Postdoctoral Associate to join the interdisciplinary research team at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence to support the How We Feel program of research. The primary object of the project is to investigate the context of daily feelings reported by users of the How We Feel app (how daily affect is related to where people are, what they are doing, and who they are with), longitudinal relations between daily feelings and well-being, and dynamics of daily affect and personality. The Postdoctoral Associate’s primary responsibility will be to lead data curation, analyses, and writing research articles for publication in academic journals. Results will directly inform and impact the app design and emotion skills training it provides, as well as indirectly inform programs to build social and emotional skills in adult populations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee, conduct, and assist with quantitative data collection, curation, and analyses, including data management, cleaning and reporting.
2. Lead or participate in the design of future studies, literature reviews, and working with other team members to collect and analyze data.
3. Interpret and communicate results effectively in various formats.
4. Prepare and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at conferences in areas relevant to the study, possibly in collaboration with other YCEI members.
5. Collaborate efficiently and effectively with other researchers.

The Project Director, Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, will oversee day-to-day work assignments and serve as the primary supervisor along with Dr. Marc Brackett. The Postdoctoral Associate will have flexibility to develop their specific research focus within the context of the project team’s expertise and the needs of the larger project.

The Postdoctoral Associate position is a full-time appointment for one year, with full benefits, and with the possibility of renewal, dependent upon performance and availability of funding. Information on benefits for postdoctoral appointments can be found here. This is not a remote opportunity. This position is located at the Child Study Center on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT. In accordance with the university’s postdoc office policy, all trainees are expected to complete their training on campus.  

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate the following:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field or discipline such as psychology, sociology, or education
• Specialization or research experience in the study of emotions and/or relevant area
• Competence in quantitative research methods, including methods for longitudinal research, network analysis, and nominal data analysis
• Strong analytical skills and use of statistical packages and analyses (e.g., SPSS, R)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large and complex datasets
• Strong track record of publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage
• Excellent writing skills demonstrated in academic publications
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, including effective time management
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively (e.g., through writing, presentations) with different audiences (research community, general public)

TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should email Whitney Sanders at yceiresearch@yale.edu with the subject line “Postdoc Applicant, HWF: [YOUR NAME]”. Please include the following application materials:

• (1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• (2) Cover letter describing your research background, key research accomplishments, interests, career goals, and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum)
• (4) An example publication that demonstrates your skills
• (3) Contact information for 3 references

Qualified applicants may be contacted to schedule an interview and asked to submit two letters of recommendation.

To apply, please submit the above materials by October 1, 2024. Letters will be requested for finalists only.

For questions about the position, email Zorana Ivcevic Pringle (Zorana.ivcevic@yale.edu).

Anticipated start date is January 1, 2025.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a postdoctoral appointment, candidates must hold a Ph.D., or equivalent degree from a program in relevant field or discipline. When a candidate has completed all the requirements for a degree, but the degree has not yet been formally conferred, the candidate may present evidence of completion of the degree, together with a statement of the date on which the degree is to be conferred.

ABOUT THE YALE CENTER FOR EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotions drive learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, and health. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence uses the power of emotions to create a healthier, and more innovative, productive, and compassionate society. We conduct research and design educational approaches that support people of all ages in developing emotional intelligence and the skills to thrive and contribute to society. Schools are at the center of these efforts. RULER, the Center’s signature program, draws on leading pedagogical practices as well as advances in psychology and neuroscience, and it has been honed through years of collaboration, classroom observation, interviews, and the most demanding evaluations. Creating awareness—both of self and others—about emotions and developing the skills of emotional intelligence can improve children’s prospects in life and contribute, in turn, to healthier, more compassionate families, workplaces, and communities. RULER does this by teaching adults and children the skills of emotional intelligence. Since 2005, more than 5,000 schools across 27 countries have implemented RULER, affecting the lives of over 4 million students. Accordingly, we integrate emotional intelligence skill building, the basis of RULER, into their everyday practices and into classroom curricula across grade levels. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence is a self-supporting unit within the Child Study Center. The Child Study Center serves as the Department of Child Psychiatry for the Yale School of Medicine. The Child Study Center, and more broadly, the Yale School of Medicine is a vibrant and exciting training environment for young researchers with extensive opportunities for networking and career development: https://postdocs.yale.edu/.  The Postdoctoral Associate will benefit from mentorship on academic advancement and participate in multiple professional development trainings and opportunities (e.g., developing public speaking skills, attending YCSC postdoc seminar series, presenting research from the project at national or international conferences).

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

The university strongly encourages all students, faculty, staff, postdoctoral/postgraduate trainees, and visitors to receive all COVID-19 vaccinations that are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and for which they are eligible. For additional information, please visit https://covid19.yale.edu/.

1. Oversees recruitment of study participants
2. Trains and supervises research assistants
3. Coordinates schedules of study counselors and research assistants
4. Initiates and maintains contact with study participants
5. Schedules and conducts interviews or assessments
6. Organizes participant logs and other study-related materials
7. Manages data sets
8. Prepares and presents progress reports
9. Assists in write-up of publications and presentations
10. Assists study investigators in completing study-related reports
11. Interfaces with Yale Institutional Review Board

1. Doctorate in psychology, science, or related field
2. Excellent interpersonal skills
3. Polished verbal and written skills
4. Well-developed organizational skills
5. Commitment to human services research and patient population
6. Punctuality and positive work ethic
7. Ability to multitask
8. Flexibility with work schedule to meet study demands

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate in Aging Studies and Data Science

Location: Department of Sociology, Yale University, New Haven, CT

Position Description: We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position at Yale University’s Department of Sociology, under the supervision of Professor Emma Zang. This position is funded by the Alzheimer’s Association and the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center (NACC). The successful candidate will work on a significant project aimed at understanding the relationships between health trajectories, healthcare utilization, and the unpaid caregiving costs for individuals with cognitive impairments.

The Postdoctoral Associate will have the unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple entities on campus, including the Yale Pepper Aging Center, Yale School of Medicine, Yale School of Public Health, and the Institution for Social and Policy Studies, enhancing their research experience and professional network.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced statistical analysis on linked datasets including the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS), National Study of Caregiving (NSOC), and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) claims data.
• Investigate the impact of cognitive impairment on caregiving costs and analyze how these costs are influenced by various sociodemographic factors.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present results at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and contribute to grant writing and project management.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Sociology, Public Policy, Economics, Public Health, Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in quantitative data analysis and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Stata).
• Prior experience with causal inference, Bayesian methods, or trajectory modeling preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated publication record and strong scientific writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with a diverse team.

Term and Compensation:

• The position is available for one year with the possibility of renewal for an additional 1-2 years depending on funding availability in spring 2025.
• The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and access to university resources
• The start date can be as early as September 2024 and no later than September 2025.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to emma.zang@yale.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Yale University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

A postdoc position is available in Ailong Ke’s Lab at Yale University, New Haven, USA. The main theme of the lab is to understand the role of RNA in biology. Current emphases include 1) CIRSPR-Cas mechanisms, 2) bacterial innate immunity, and 3) structure-function of RNA. Projects for postdocs typically involve training in nucleic acid biochemistry, cryo-EM, various functional validation methods, and possible genome editing applications. Research details can be found in our laboratory and departmental web sites.

Representative publications include: Mol Cell. 2024;84(3):463-475; Science. 2022;377(6612):1278-1285; Science. 2022;376(6600):1476-1481; Nature. 2021;598(7881):515-520; Molecular Cell. 2019;74(5):936-950; Science. 2018;361(6397); Nature. 2017;550(7674):137-141; Cell. 2017;170(1):48-60; Nature. 2016;530(7591):499-503.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with experiences in biochemistry and cryo-EM. Experience in microbial engineering is a plus. The lab has routine access to Krios and FIB-milling instrument. We aim to push the ceiling of mechanistic biology through cryo-EM method development. Additionally, we aim to provide an interdisciplinary training environment to efficiently convert high-resolution mechanisms to novel genome editing applications. Structural biology trainees will interact with peers in genome editing and single molecule biophysics in a day-to-day basis in the lab.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates are expected to have published at least one first-author paper in a reputable journal and hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree before arrival. Please send your CV, list of publications, and three recommendation letters to ailong.ke@yale.edu for consideration.

Post-doctoral fellow -Farhadian Lab -Yale School of Medicine

The Farhadian Laboratory at Yale School of Medicine seeks a Postdoctoral fellow to begin immediately. The primary focus of the laboratory is investigating the neurological consequences of infectious diseases, including HIV, COVID-19, and syphilis, including in the context of substance use disorder. Our group uses an array of translational and computational research approaches, with a focus on single cell profiling of CNS tissue.  Fellows will be primarily responsible for using multi-omics, flow cytometry, and other assays for profiling cerebrospinal fluid in research participants being recruited for a new, NIDA funded study of HIV and substance use treatment. There are also opportunities to expand into new research areas of disease. The opportunity will foster career growth towards academia or industry roles, while contributing to a rewarding area of research. The fellowship will be tailored to the career goals of the candidate. Salary commensurate with NIH postdoctoral fellowship scale, with opportunities for additional compensation based on relevant experience.

Applicants with backgrounds, experience in any of the approaches listed above are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a strong background in translational neuroscience, immunology, and/or computational biology are strongly encouraged to apply too.

Qualifications

• MD or PhD in computer science, bioinformatics, computational biology, immunology, neuroscience, or related field.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize efforts across multiple projects, work collaboratively with technicians, graduate students, and senior researchers.

Apply

Please send the following:

• Brief Cover Letter describing specific interest in the fellowship, highlighting relevant skills and experience
• Academic CV or Resume
• Contact Information for 2 References

Please email documents to:

Shelli Farhadian, MD PhD

Shelli.farhadian@yale.edu

Postdoctoral Research Associate in AI/LLMs for Health

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our dynamic research lab at Yale (YaleNLP). The job focus will be on advancing the applications of Large Language Models (LLMs), AI, and Natural Language Processing (NLP) in health-related data. This position will be in close collaboration with a AI for health start up and offers the opportunity to tackle unique challenges of developing LLM solutions for domain-specific and real-world scenarios. The successful candidate will contribute to impactful research and developing solutions that will be directly applied in real-world settings and will be deployed in health-care systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and train advanced language models tailored to health-related and biomedical data.
• Engage in fine-tuning, alignment, and post-training methods to enhance model performance, reliability, and applicability.
• Design and lead a coherent research agenda in line with the scope of the project.
• Collaborate with a highly multidisciplinary team to integrate NLP research findings into practical applications and tools in the health domain.
• Publish research outcomes in relevant high-impact conferences and journals (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, NeurIPS, ICLR, or other relevant interdisciplinary venues).
• Work with highly talented and motivated students, gaining hands-on experience in mentoring

Qualifications

• By the start date, having a PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Linguistics, or a related field.
• Strong software engineering skills.
• Extensive experience in deep learning, as well as training and deploying language models.
• Proven track record of contributing to open-source projects.
• Strong publication record in top-tier relevant venues
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a highly collaborative and agile environment.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• Application form.
• A detailed CV, including a list of publications.
• A cover letter outlining research interests and career objectives.
• Two reference letters from academic or professional contacts familiar with the candidate’s work (not needed for initial application stage).

This postdoctoral position is designed for individuals who are driven to explore new heights in AI research and have a deep commitment to transforming health data analysis through innovative technology. The position is for one year but there is possibility of extension 1-2 additional years. Join us if you are ready to contribute to cutting-edge research in a dynamic and supportive environment!

To apply, please fill out the following simple application form

Application form: https://forms.gle/YWbcygSn1pYVT3Qu5

Postdoc Position in Systems Neuroscience and Connectomics

Kuan Lab, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT USA

We seek a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Kuan Laboratory in the Neuroscience Department at the Yale School of Medicine. The fully funded position is flexible in timeline and scope, but broadly aims to use functional and anatomical imaging techniques to make fundamental discoveries about the how computations are achieved in brain circuits. The candidate will develop and employ a variety of techniques in the lab, including volume electron microscopy, synchrotron-based X-ray imaging, in vivo 2-photon calcium imaging, virtual reality behavior, circuit modeling and machine learning. The candidate will receive active training and mentorship from Dr. Kuan in preparation for future career advancements in academic or industry settings. As a senior member of the lab, the candidate will take a creative leadership role in planning and executing research projects, and assist in training and mentoring more junior lab members including graduate and post-baccalaureate students.

About Us: The Kuan Laboratory aims to understand how neuronal connectivity in brain circuits gives rise to cognition. We develop cutting-edge high-resolution imaging techniques to map out comprehensive circuit diagrams (connectomes) and investigate how circuit architectures support neuronal function and behavior. We aim to foster an environment where individuals of any race, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, and geographical background feel supported and empowered. More information about the lab and research topics can be found at kuanlab.org.

Qualifications: Candidates must hold – or expect to obtain soon – a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, biology, engineering, physics, or related fields. Strong skills and previous experience in systems neuroscience and/or engineering are preferred, along with a passion for innovation and understanding brain circuits. We welcome applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage candidates from underrepresented or minority groups to apply.

Location: The Postdoctoral Associate will be based in the Neuroscience Department of the Yale School of Medicine at 100 College Street, New Haven, CT.

Application Process: Interested applicants should contact Dr. Aaron Kuan, PhD (aaron.kuan@yale.edu) with the Subject line: “Postdoctoral Position in the Kuan Lab” and include a copy of their CV. Please also include a brief description of career goals and proposed start date, and relevant experience. Yale University is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its faculty, students, and staff. For more information about our lab and ongoing projects, visit our website at www.kuanlab.org.

Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Priti Kumar at Yale University’s School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases, New Haven, Connecticut USA. The laboratory is dedicated to developing innovative therapeutic strategies aimed at curing HIV infection. The research program will focus on recent findings that highlight the potential of using cutting-edge in vivo gene-and immunotherapeutic approaches to target virus-infected cells, achieving long-term viral control without the need for antiretroviral therapy.

Publications of interest: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/priti.kumar.1/bibliography/public/

We are looking for highly talented, creative, and independent-minded post-doc candidates to fit into any one of the major endeavors of the lab:

-Developing targeted in vivo delivery systems for cutting edge gene editors as gene therapy for HIV

-Investigating immunotherapeutics for the cure of HIV

Both programs include preclinical evaluation in state-of-the-art humanized mouse models, which enable studies in the context of a human immune system. The experimental approaches will span molecular biology, immunology, and virology.

The expertise/experiences required for this position include:

• Expertise in basic virology/molecular/cell biology/immunology techniques such as animal cell culture, virus production, neutralization, lentiviral vector production molecular cloning, Western blot, flow cytometry, ELISA, protein expression and purification, knowledge of CRISPR technology, microscopy, human immune cell assays, etc.);
• Prior experience in working with animal model systems is highly desirable. Experience in generating humanized mouse models is a strong positive, but not a requirement. Relevant training is available upon hire.
• Previous experience working in BSL-2+ laboratories with viruses, particularly HIV, is a plus;
• Basic statistical knowledge is highly desirable;
• Excellent oral communication and written skills in English, with good organizational and analytical abilities.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences such as immunology, virology, biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, and other related fields. The salary will be according commensurate with experience. See the links on the top of the postings page for Compensation and Benefits.

Applicants should submit (in a single PDF file) a brief letter of interest summarizing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three individuals willing to provide letters of reference to Priti Kumar, PhD via email: priti.kumar@yale.edu

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Postdoctoral Associate, Intimate Partner Violence Intervention, Yale University

Under the mentorship and direction of Dr. Carla Stover, the postdoctoral associate will work within the Fathers for Change research program that is supported by 2 NIH grant-funded randomized controlled trials of Fathers for Change, an individual intervention for fathers who have used violence and may have co-occurring substance misuse problems.  One trial is specific to families involved with child protective services and the second is within substance misuse treatment programs including the VA.  For further information about Fathers for Change see:  Fathers for Change < Child Study Center (yale.edu).  The postdoctoral position is initially funded for 2 years. Some postdoctoral fellows are successful in transitioning into a faculty position, and this may be a path the postdoctoral fellow may wish to pursue. While the position is research-focused, there are ample opportunities to accrue supervised clinical hours in assessment and psychotherapy (summarized below).

The Associate will be trained and supervised in interventions for IPV and substance misuse.  The position will be a balance of providing research interventions and helping coordinate the clinical trials. This will include oversight of student research interns in the lab, study recruitment, baseline and follow-up assessments, coding of father-child play assessments, data management, analysis and writing/presenting result for publication and conferences.  The Associate will receive strong mentorship in further developing their own, independent program of research, manuscript development and grant development.

The candidate should have demonstrated experience collecting original data, advanced quantitative analytic skills, experience in database management, and experience with clinical populations. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience with IPV and/or substance misuse and those with clinical trials experience.  Qualifications include a PhD in psychology, social work or related clinical discipline. Candidates who have completed all of their requirements for their PhD but the degree has not yet been conferred, will be considered. 

Start date is flexible. 

Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, trainees, and students and especially encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans and underrepresented minorities. Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send a single PDF documenting the following to carla.stover@yale.edu

• Combined cover letter/research statement detailing previous research experience, interests, and career goals
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three representative publications
• Names and full contact information of three academic references familiar with the applicant’s research skills and experience (reference letters are not needed at this time).

Position: Postdoctoral Associate

Department: Pathology

Hiring Faculty: Shaoning Jiang, PhD

A postdoctoral Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Shaoning Jiang in the department of Pathology at Yale University. Research interests of the laboratory focus on epigenetic mechanisms linking inflammation and energy metabolism in the pathogenesis of diabetes and obesity and related metabolic disorders, particularly in the context of developmental origins of health and disease. The candidate will be involved in a recent NIH R01 funded project studying cell-type specific functions of microRNAs in regulating beige and brown fat adipogenesis and crosstalk of adipose stem cells and macrophages. Studies incorporate approaches in primary immune and stem cells, and transgenic mouse models.

Applicants should be highly self-motivated with research experience in cellular and molecular biology, metabolism, and mouse study. Research experience in the fields of immunology, embryology, or stem cell biology is desired (but not required). The candidate must have a PhD degree in a relevant field with a proven record of scientific productivity including at least one first author publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Excellent written and oral communication skills are expected. The candidate will be expected to work independently in the design and execution of experiments with guidance from the principal investigator.

Please send a Curriculum Vitae, and names / contact information for three references to Dr. Shaoning Jiang (shaoning.jiang@yale.edu).

Yale University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Postdoctoral Fellow, Material Histories of the Human Record

The certificate program in Material Histories of the Human Record<https://materialhistories.yale.edu/> of the Humanities Program at Yale invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position at Yale University for the 2024-2025 academic year. Candidates must have research, teaching, or curatorial experience relevant to the histories of the book, archival studies, collections-based learning, publication; or cultural heritage stewardship, provenance, book arts, or other relevant field expertise.

This unique opportunity situates the successful candidate within a relevant academic department at Yale and the Yale Library Special Collections. During the two years of this appointment, the Post-Doctoral Fellow will support the Beinecke Library Education program for 15-20 hours per week (the equivalent of one course per semester), work to develop the initiatives associated with the Material Histories certificate in conjunction with the co-directors, and pursue their own research.

The Material Histories certificate program is designed to expose students to multiple forms of expertise within Yale’s special collections libraries, equip emerging scholars with new analytical skills, and teach them the methodologies that scholars, librarians, archivists, conservators, and curators employ as they preserve, interrogate, and steward the human record. This inaugural postdoctoral fellowship is envisioned as a dynamic bridge between the world of libraries, archives, and special collections, and their engagements by faculty, students, artists, and researchers who are located in other parts of the university. The Postdoctoral Fellow must be committed to facilitating these engagements in Yale University’s special collections by the broadest possible group of researchers and support work that utilizes traditional methods of archival and bibliographic research alongside creative, interdisciplinary, and non-traditional approaches to conducting research in the collections.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will:

- support all aspects of the ongoing certificate program
- serve as a resource for graduate and undergraduate students within the program
- oversee publicity, outreach, and communications with the help of an undergraduate student worker
- work to develop programming that engages and creates a sense of community for those involved with the certificate program
- help plan a robust undergraduate certificate curriculum
- develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction, long-term goals, and objectives of the certificate program, including identifying partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program
- contribute to the development and assist in the management of content on the program’s website and monitors all changes and additions to the editorial content

The successful candidate will be intellectually wide-ranging and curious, open to imagining creative solutions and futures for the development of the certificate, have superb analytical, creative, and communication skills in both writing and public speaking, and be an excellent collaborator with the ability to foster collegiality and impart empathy, humility, and a positive outlook in their work. Experience working in an archive, library, museum, or other cultural heritage institution is desirable but not required. This position reports to the co-directors of the Material Histories of the Human Record certificate.

The Postdoctoral Fellow is expected to be in residence in New Haven, Connecticut, for the full duration of the appointment and take an active part in the intellectual exchange with other members of the Material Histories and Yale Library Special Collections communities at Yale. Compensation is competitive and includes benefits and health insurance.
Qualifications
All applicants must have completed their PhD by the time of appointment. Graduate students who are working on their PhDs may apply, but must present proof of having completed and filed their dissertations, even if awaiting formal conferral of the PhD degree. Fluency in English is required, as reading knowledge of at least one other language.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter; a CV; a one-page description of research plans; and a statement of 500-700 words describing their experience and interest in Material Histories of the Human Record (broadly defined). We urge all prospective applicants to read the description of the program on our website<https://materialhistories.yale.edu/> to get a sense of the range of fields we encompass.

Letters of reference are not required at this initial stage but will be requested later.

All information from the applicant should be submitted electronically through Interfolio:

We will accept applications immediately with review beginning on 1 July 2024 and continuing until the selections are final.

For questions, please email: Ayesha.ramachandran@yale.edu<mailto:Ayesha.ramachandran@yale.edu>.

Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/146651

Postdoctoral Associate – Germinal Center B Cell Competition and Derived Malignancies (*new* Mlynarczyk Lab)

We are seeking a self-motivated and science-driven postdoctoral associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Coraline Mlynarczyk, opening 7/1/2024 at Yale University. Our lab is part of the Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (Yale Cancer Center) and Department of Medicine (Yale School of Medicine), with pending affiliation with the Departments of Immunobiology and Pathology. At the interface between Immunology, Cancer and Metabolism, our inter-disciplinary team will tackle how immuno-metabolic deregulation of germinal centers shapes B cell lymphomagenesis.

Building on our recent discovery of supercompetition as a key mechanism of malignant transformation of germinal center B cells (Mlynarczyk et al Science 2023), (1) the candidate will uncover how reprogramming of T-B immune synapse signals drives B cell competitive fitness in germinal centers and yields B cell lymphomas that are addicted to microenvironmental cues.   Based on the candidate’s prior experience and interests, additional projects will focus on (2) elucidating how germinal center B cells and derived lymphomas satisfy their metabolic needs to sustain intense growth and proliferation; and (3) dissecting the biochemical mechanisms underlying elevated mRNA translation rates in these cells.  Opportunities are also available to develop a novel line of investigation.

Training. The candidate will benefit from the lab’s expertise in precise mouse modelling of the immune response and B cell lymphomagenesis, complex immunological assays, in vivo metabolic flux analyses and high-dimensional flow cytometry. The candidate will carry out functional experiments using mouse models, immune and tumor cells, B cell lymphoma patient-derived xenografts and primary samples. With our collaborators, the candidate will implement state-of-the-art spatial analysis of lymphoid tissues (including single-cell transcriptional and metabolic flux profiles) and single-cell phospho-proteomics.

Mentoring. In the Mlynarczyk lab, each mentee will have short and long-term career development plans and the opportunity to discuss needs, receive and provide feedback yearly (or as needed). Weekly one-on-one meetings will support research progress (focused on experimental design, problem solving, data analysis and interpretation) and continuous development of the mentees. Postdoctoral Associates will write research proposals and receive mentoring for putting together competitive applications, present their work at conferences to engage with the scientific community, contribute to writing manuscripts, publish in peer-reviewed journals and be encouraged to build new collaborations with interdisciplinary experts, locally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Mlynarczyk has a strong track-record of mentoring postgraduate and graduate students, research technicians and peers, of obtaining peer-reviewed competitive funding and publishing high quality science. Additional mentoring from peers and faculty members will be available from exposure to other labs at Yale and beyond.

Philosophy. We envision to establish ourselves as a new, exciting, and welcoming lab, where everyone can share ideas, provide feedback, and mentor each other. We hope to recruit people that share this spirit and have the desire to facilitate the growth of a new lab and carry out innovative and rigorous science in an evolving field. Discoveries will involve teamwork within the lab and with external collaborators and we are looking forward to fostering a dynamic, diverse, inclusive, and flourishing lab environment, allowing everyone to grow as a scientist and person.

Environment. Our team will initially be composed of 4 members and will grow as our research advances. Our lab is located at 300 George Street, 6^th floor. We share the floor with a combination of young and well-established groups, forming a highly interactive, rich, and vibrant environment for trainees. An open laboratory space, shared floor lounge area and conference rooms will provide the space for fruitful interactions. The newly renovated and fully equipped mouse facility as well as flow core facility are located on the 2^nd floor.  There will opportunities to participate in multi-lab meetings, journal clubs, departmental research-in-progress seminars, and scientific retreats. Additionally, trainees will be integrated into the thriving research, education, and health-care communities as well as training and well-being programs across Yale University.

Qualifications. Applicants must have a recently obtained/upcoming PhD or MD/PhD degree in a relevant field and one first author publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Applicants should have experience in immunology, cancer biology, molecular biology, genetics/genomics or related fields. Experience with mouse work is encouraged but not required if the candidate wants to learn. Most important qualifications are high self-motivation, having a curious mind, enjoying doing science, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should also be highly organized, honest and reliable, have good attention to detail, be able to multi-task and perform both independently as well as in a team environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Conceptualization, designing and progressive independent execution of experiments to streamline the project’s aims
• Active participation in lab meetings, journal clubs, improving the team’s knowledge
• Providing input and guidance to more junior lab members
• Active fostering of cooperative projects with lab members and external collaborators
• Submitting fellowship applications and contributing to the lab grant proposals
• Helping with lab organization and upkeep, including mouse colony maintenance.

Compensation starts at $68,000 plus benefits. Start date is flexible.

How to apply. Candidates should send an email to coraline.mlynarczyk@yale.edu with “postdoctoral position, candidate’s full name” in the subject line and the following:

1. CV

2. Cover letter: brief statement of research experience, interests, motivation to join our lab and career goals.

3. Representative publications

4. Contact information for 3 references

Interested individuals are also welcome to reach out with any questions. We will review applications on a rolling basis starting June 10.

X (twitter) account @coraline_mly

Website coming soon.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - XR IN PEDIATRICS AT YALE (XRPEDS)
DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED HEALTH PROMOTION EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH

The XR in Pediatrics (XRPeds) Lab in the Department of Pediatrics at Yale University focuses on the use of extended reality technologies (virtual, augmented, and mixed reality) in research, clinical practice, and health education with the goal of improving lives and reducing health disparities among youth, young adults, and their families. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate with an interest in technology-based interventions (including augmented and virtual reality-based interventions (AR/VR)), serious games, health behavior or public health, clinical research, and appropriate experience to join our multidisciplinary team of researchers, pediatricians, and educators.

The Postdoctoral Associate will work with Drs. Hieftje and Marks XRPeds’ to support researchers, clinicians, and educators in the early stages of exploring and developing projects that utilize XR technology. The Postdoctoral Associate will therefore collaborate on multiple ongoing and upcoming research projects in areas as diverse as social VR-based support groups for oncology patients, substance use prevention interventions for adolescents, infection prevention training and simulation for family members of hospitalized patients, and the development and exploration of novel multisensory interfaces for XR experiences.

The lab has recently been awarded a grant from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with the goal to create two extended reality experiences. Both will focus on separate populations, but with the shared intended outcome of improving vaccine uptake and decreasing vaccine hesitancy and misinformation. The postdoctoral associate will spend the majority of their time in the lab focused on this challenging and interesting project.

The Postdoctoral Associate will gain skills in intervention development; recruitment of study participants; focus group/playtesting facilitation; pilot program evaluation; data collection, management, and analysis; developing a manuscript; and presenting findings to both community and academic audiences.

Furthermore, the Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to further XRPeds’ mission to provide outreach and programming to underserved youth within the community and will be involved in overseeing community-building events such as workshops and internships.

Skills and Qualifications

1. PhD in Public Health, Education, Social Behavioral Sciences, Psychology or related field, interest or experience with digital interventions is helpful
2. Excellent methodological and statistical skills, including working with qualitative and quantitative data
3. Demonstrated ability (or potential to learn) to forge connections with community members
4. Independence to lead a project as well as willingness to work in a team and learn new methods from collaborators
5. Excellent scientific presentation and writing skills

This position is a one-year, full-time appointment with renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding and is eligible to start immediately.

Position begins July 1, 2024 as early as July 1st.

To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit the following materials via e-mail to: Dr. Kimberly Hieftje (kimberly.hieftje@yale.edu) and Dr. Asher Marks (//asher.marks@yale.edu/">asher.marks@yale.edu)

• A short letter of interest outlining your suitability for the position
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• A first-authored writing sample, if available
• 3 names of references

Reviews of applications will begin immediately.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

We are currently seeking full-time Postdoctoral Associates to be part of our NIH-funded research team at Yale. Our research primarily investigates the outcomes following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in pediatric critical care.

Research Focus:

The successful candidate will support two primary studies:

1. A qualitative study assessing the impact on parents of children undergoing ECMO, with a focus on post-traumatic stress disorders, anxiety, and depression.
2. An international point-prevalence study to examine the epidemiology and risk factors associated with mental health conditions in these parents.

In supporting these studies, the successful candidate is expected to engage in a variety of research activities including drafting the research protocol in collaboration with the primary investigator, submitting the protocol to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), conducting interviews with parents, collaborating on data analysis, coordinating the international study, developing the case report form, analyzing the research data, and drafting manuscripts for publication.

Training, Mentorship, and Career Development:

The role provides significant opportunities for hands-on experience in pragmatic clinical studies, mixed methods research, and collaborative work across multidisciplinary, multi-site teams.

You will work directly under the guidance of Dr. Oliver Karam, MD, PhD, and collaborate with experts in implementation science, health services research, biostatistics, trauma-related psychopathologies, and critical care research.

The position also includes professional development opportunities such as mentorship, participation in national conferences, grant writing support, and engagement with the broader Yale academic community through seminars and events.

Skills and Qualifications:

• MD degree required (completed before the start of the postdoctoral term).
• Experience in pediatrics.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong project coordination skills, with experience managing studies across multiple regions. Fluency in at least two European languages is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective team collaboration capabilities.

Application Process:

Candidates interested in applying should send the following materials to Dr. Oliver Karam, MD, PhD, via email at oliver.karam@yale.edu:

• A brief letter of interest highlighting your qualifications for the role.
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
• A first-authored writing sample.
• Contact information for three references.

Appointment Details: This position is a full-time role, lasting six to twelve months, starting in September 2024, with reviews of applications beginning immediately. Please note, the position is non-renewable.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Metabolic Inflammation

-The Xinshou Ouyang Lab

-Department of Internal Medicine

A postdoctoral associate position is immediately available for a NIH funded project in the Ouyang lab at Yale University, focusing on research related to metabolic inflammation in the context of obesity, insulin resistance, and NASH/ASH. The lab is dedicated to advancing the understanding the core metabolic signaling in the control of inflammation, emphasizing the impact of RNA metabolism on metabolic disease pathogenesis.

Successful candidate will lead exciting new projects in RNA metabolism including RNA epigenetics and RNA binding proteins in metabolic diseases. They will utilize cell and molecular biology methods, advanced techniques (scRNA-seq, eCLIP-seq, etc.), and genetic animal models to uncover the protein function in RNA metabolism at both cellular and organismal levels. For additional information, please visit our website (https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/xinshou-ouyang/).

Qualifications:

• We are seeking candidates with a Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology, biomedical science, or a closely related field.
• Preferred qualifications include experience in cell culture and animal experimentation.
• Successful candidates should demonstrate strong motivation, ability work independently and in a team, a proven track record of productivity through peer-reviewed publications, effective communication skills, and less than three years of prior postdoctoral experience.

Benefits:

• We offer personalized career development plans and comprehensive training programs for all lab members.
• Yale University provides access to a wide range of resources, including cutting-edge research facilities, specialized centers, and programs to support our members’ success.
• The lab collaborates closely with various Yale entities, such as the Yale Center for Genome Analysis (YCGA), Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics Resource at the W.M. Keck Foundation Biotechnology Resource Laboratory, Yale Metabolomics Facility, Yale Flow Cytometry Facility, Yale Stem Cell Center, and Yale Institute of Biomolecular Design and Discovery.
• We engage in research collaborations with Yale experts in Immunology, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Yale Center for RNA Science and Medicine, Yale Computational Biology and Bioinformatics, as well as renowned outside institutions like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS).
• The lab has a strong publication record in prestigious journals, including Cell Metabolism, Nature Communication, Science, Journal of Hepatology, Cell Death & Differentiation, Cell Reports, and more.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter expressing your interest, your current CV, and the contact information of three references to Dr. Xinshou Ouyang, via email at xinshou.ouyang@yale.edu.

Postdoctoral position developing novel optical microscopy tools for deep tissue in vivo imaging

Lab: Rodríguez Lab, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Yale University | rodriguezlab.yale.edu

PI: Cristina Rodríguez, cristina.rodriguez.cr876@yale.edu

Lab description: The Rodríguez Lab is a new lab in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yale University. Its focus is to develop and apply optical tools for imaging deep into biological tissues with high spatial resolution. Using a multidisciplinary approach involving physics, nonlinear optics, and microscopy development, the Rodríguez Lab seeks to advance our understanding of previously underexplored biology. In particular, we are interested in applying our technological advances to neurobiological questions.

For an example of previous work, please see: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41592-021-01279-0.

In the Rodríguez Lab we believe it is within diverse communities – where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and supported – that groundbreaking ideas and creative achievements are born. Everyone is encouraged to bring their entire self to the lab and find space for self-expression through science. If this resonates with you, please get in touch!

Job details: We are looking for a Postdoctoral Associate with experience designing/building/aligning optical systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in physics, optical engineering, biomedical engineering, or related field (or will graduate within the next months). In this position you will have the opportunity to design and build a multiphoton microscopes and develop state-of-the-art optical tools (e.g., wavefront shaping) for deep tissue biological imaging, including the brain and spinal cord. For this position, an interest in learning neurobiology is strongly encouraged.

The interdisciplinary and highly collaborative environment of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yale, as well as the strong and rapidly growing biomedical imaging community, will provide an exceptional environment for conducting postdoctoral training. Moreover, since research in the Rodríguez Lab lies at the interface between cutting-edge optical microscopy and neurobiology, the holder of this position will benefit immensely from the strong neuroscience community at Yale – including the recently established Wu Tsai Institute – which will provide many exciting opportunities for collaborations.

How to apply: Interested candidates please reach out to cristina.rodriguez.cr876@yale.edu. Include your CV and a one- page description of your research interests and why you would like to join our lab. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three references upon request. Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

More information on being a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale can be found at:

·       Yale Postdoctoral Association

·       Office for Postdoctoral Affairs

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Department of Pathology Yale School of Medicine

Postdoctoral Position

The Katz Laboratory in the Department of Pathology at Yale School of Medicine seeks applicants for an open Postdoctoral position. Accomplished PhD graduates seeking postdoctoral fellowship training in translational immunotherapy are invited to apply to the laboratory of Samuel Katz, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Pathology.

Adoptive cell therapy with tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) is a highly promising form of immunotherapy. TILs are isolated from a tumor, amplified ex vivo to attain a pure and highly active T cell population and infused back into patients to achieve objective response rates of up to 55% in melanoma. Recent work has focused on single cell analysis of the ex vivo expanded TIL to identify targetable pathways through cellular reprogramming that may enhance TIL function. The Katz Laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach including human T cell reprogramming, mouse modeling, and spatial transcriptomics. Our effort is highly cooperative through close collaborations with Drs. Marcus Bosenberg, a leader in melanoma biology and the Director of the Yale Center for Immuno-Oncology; Diane Krause, the director of the advanced cell therapy lab at Yale; Mike Hurwitz, an oncologist in clinical cell therapy, and Yang Liu, a developer of novel spatial transcriptomic technologies.

Big picture questions of interest include:

• How to enhance TIL survival and cytotoxicity?
• How to shift TIL products to more stem/central memory phenotypes?
• How to enrich for tumor-antigen specific TIL?

The Postdoctoral Fellow will be trained to develop an independent research career under the mentorship of Drs. Katz and Bosenberg. Motivated self-starters with exceptional writing and presentation skills and expertise in immunology, culturing primary human T cells, flow cytometry, mRNA production and electroporation, and patient derived xenografts are preferred. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications (i.e., laboratory skills, publication record) and research interests, curriculum vitae, one sample publication, and the names and addresses of three references via e-mail to Dr. Katz.

Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, faculty and staff and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Computational Genomics

The laboratory of Jihoon Kim at the Section of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science, Yale School of Medicine is seeking a computational genomics/bioinformatics postdoctoral associate. The research program in this lab focuses on computational genomics in application to human disease using registries and biobanks including All of Us Research Program, Million Veterans Program, and UK Biobank, either a single biobank or cross-biobanks using federated learning. Current research projects aim to identify genetic variants/genes associated with disease traits (susceptibility/treatment response/progression) toward personalized medicine and unravel disease pathogenesis through analyses of different types of omics data including but not limited to whole genome sequencing, messenger RNA-seq, cell-free RNA-Seq, and proteomics (e.g., Somascan) obtained from the same patients along with linked clinical phenotype.

The Kim lab is well funded by NIH and private sources. The successful candidate will have a great opportunity to publish several high-quality papers in collaboration with top-notch investigators during his/her stay. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive and personalized training in research and career development and will have extensive opportunities for independent and collaborative research.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the principal investigator (Dr. Jihoon Kim), the successful candidate will

1. work on study design, data collection, data management, analysis pipeline development, data analysis, and results interpretation, as well as manuscript writing
2. develop novel bioinformatics methods
3. publish high-quality papers reporting on methodological and biological advances
4. present at conferences
5. participate grant proposal preparation
6. collaborate with other researchers
7. teach/mentor other lab members

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, statistics, genetics or related field required by the start date
2. Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and apply for the analysis of high-throughput omics data
3. Demonstrated expertise in implementing bioinformatics methods and software tools
4. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate computational biology problems to clinicians, peers, subject matter experts and investigators
5. Independent, highly motivated and highly collaborative with ability to work in a team environment
6. Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written)

APPOINTMENTS, COMPENSATION, and BENEFITS:

This position is a full-time, 12-month appointment renewable on a yearly basis. The details of compensation and benefits can be found at the Yale Postdoctoral Affairs website:

• Compensation: https://postdocs.yale.edu/policies/postdoc-compensation
• Benefit: https://postdocs.yale.edu/applicants/yale-benefit-summary

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit the following materials to the principal investigator Dr. Jihoon Kim at jihoon.kim.jk2895@yale.edu

1. Cover letter that includes a summary of research interests
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Contact information of 3 references

Yale University is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans and members of minority groups.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (https://www.ycei.org), part of the Child Study Center at the Yale School of Medicine, conducts research and teaches people of all ages how to develop their emotional intelligence. Our work focuses on (1) the development of social and emotional skills among diverse populations in education settings and organizations, and (2) the mechanisms by which social and emotional skills and training impact significant life outcomes.

We are seeking a highly motivated, full-time Postdoctoral Associate to join the interdisciplinary research team at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence to support the Mirror to the World program of research funded by the Templeton Religion Trust. The primary object of the project is to investigate emotional and cognitive effects of engagement with art. The Postdoctoral Associate’s primary responsibility will be to lead data collection, analyses, and writing research articles for publication in academic journals. Results will directly inform and impact how the arts can be used to promote creativity and emotion skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee, conduct, and assist with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analyses, including data management, cleaning and reporting.
2. Lead or participate in the design of future studies, literature reviews, development of research protocols, and working with other team members to collect and analyze data.
3. Interpret and communicate results effectively in various formats.
4. Prepare and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at conferences in areas relevant to the study, possibly in collaboration with other YCEI members.
5. Collaborate efficiently and effectively with other researchers.

The Postdoctoral Associate will benefit from mentorship on academic advancement and participate in multiple professional development trainings and opportunities (e.g., developing public speaking skills, attending YCSC postdoc seminar series, presenting research from the project at conferences). The Postdoctoral Associate will have flexibility to develop their specific research focus within the context of the project team’s expertise and the needs of the larger project.

The Postdoctoral Associate position is a full-time appointment for one year, with full benefits, and with the possibility of renewal for two more years, dependent upon performance and availability of funding. Information on benefits for postdoctoral appointments can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/applicants/yale-benefit-summary.  This is not a remote opportunity. This position is located at the Child Study Center on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT. In accordance with the university’s postdoc office policy, all trainees are expected to complete their training on campus.  

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate the following:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field or discipline such as psychology, sociology, or education
• Specialization or research experience in the study of psychology of art, and/or relevant area
• Competence in quantitative research methods
• Strong analytical skills and use of statistical packages and analyses (e.g., SPSS, R)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large and complex datasets
• Strong track record of publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage
• Excellent writing skills demonstrated in academic publications
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, including effective time management
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively (e.g., through writing, presentations) with different audiences (research community, general public)

TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should email Whitney Sanders at yceiresearch@yale.edu with the subject line “Postdoc Applicant, TRT: [YOUR NAME]”. Please include the following application materials:

• (1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• (2) Cover letter describing your research background, key research accomplishments, interests, career goals, and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum)
• (3) An example publication that demonstrates your skills
• (4) Contact information for 3 references

To apply, please submit the above materials by April 30th, 2024.

For questions about the position, email Zorana Ivcevic Pringle (Zorana.ivcevic@yale.edu).

Anticipated start date is September 1, 2024.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a postdoctoral appointment, candidates must hold a Ph.D., or equivalent degree from a program in relevant field or discipline. When a candidate has completed all the requirements for a degree, but the degree has not yet been formally conferred, the candidate may present evidence of completion of the degree, together with a statement of the date on which the degree is to be conferred.

ABOUT THE YALE CENTER FOR EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotions drive learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, and health. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence uses the power of emotions to create a healthier, and more innovative, productive, and compassionate society. We conduct research and design educational approaches that support people of all ages in developing emotional intelligence and the skills to thrive and contribute to society. Schools are at the center of these efforts. RULER, the Center’s signature program, draws on leading pedagogical practices as well as advances in psychology and neuroscience, and it has been honed through years of collaboration, classroom observation, interviews, and the most demanding evaluations. Creating awareness—both of self and others—about emotions and developing the skills of emotional intelligence can improve children’s prospects in life and contribute, in turn, to healthier, more compassionate families, workplaces, and communities. RULER does this by teaching adults and children the skills of emotional intelligence. Since 2005, more than 5,000 schools across 27 countries have implemented RULER, affecting the lives of over 4 million students. Accordingly, we integrate emotional intelligence skill building, the basis of RULER, into their everyday practices and into classroom curricula across grade levels. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence is a self-supporting unit within the Child Study Center. The Yale Child Study Center serves as the Department of Child Psychiatry for the Yale School of Medicine. The Child Study Center, and more broadly, the Yale School of Medicine is a vibrant and exciting training environment for young researchers with extensive opportunities for networking and career development: https://postdocs.yale.edu/.  

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

The university strongly encourages all students, faculty, staff, postdoctoral/postgraduate trainees, and visitors to receive all COVID-19 vaccinations that are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and for which they are eligible. For additional information, please visit https://covid19.yale.edu/.

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (https://www.ycei.org), part of the Child Study Center at the Yale School of Medicine, conducts research and teaches people of all ages how to develop their emotional intelligence. Our work focuses on (1) the development of social and emotional skills among diverse populations in education settings and organizations, and (2) the mechanisms by which social and emotional skills and training impact significant life outcomes. 

We are seeking a highly motivated, full-time Postdoctoral Associate to join the interdisciplinary research team at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence to support an implementation study of RULER (https://rulerapproach.org) in early childhood settings funded by the Institute of Education Sciences. This study is a collaboration among researchers across several institutions. The Postdoctoral Associate’s primary responsibility will be to lead data and dissemination efforts. Results will directly inform and impact RULER, early childhood education, implementation science, and social and emotional learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborate with project partners.
2. Oversee, conduct, and assist with quantitative analyses, including data management, cleaning, and reporting.
3. Interpret and communicate results effectively in various formats.
4. Prepare and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at conferences in areas relevant to the study, possibly in collaboration with other YCEI members.
5. Collaborate efficiently and effectively with other researchers.

The Project Director, Dr. Craig Bailey, will oversee day-to-day work assignments and serve as the primary supervisor. The Postdoctoral Associate will have flexibility to develop their specific research focus within the context of the project team’s expertise and the needs of the larger project. The Postdoctoral Associate will benefit from mentorship on academic advancement and participate in multiple professional development trainings and opportunities (e.g., developing public speaking skills, attending YCSC postdoc seminar series, presenting research from the project at conferences).

The Postgraduate Associate position is a full-time appointment for one year, with full benefits, and with the possibility of renewal for a second year, dependent upon performance and availability of funding. Information on benefits for postdoctoral appointments can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/applicants/yale-benefit-summary. This is not a remote opportunity. This position is located at the Child Study Center on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT. In accordance with the university’s postdoc office policy, all trainees are expected to complete their training on campus.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate the following:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field or discipline such as psychology, sociology, education, and data science
• Specialization or research experience in the study of implementation science, emotional intelligence or emotions, and/or relevant area
• Competence in quantitative research methods
• Strong analytical skills and use of statistical packages and analyses (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large and complex datasets
• Strong track record of publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage
• Excellent writing skills demonstrated in academic publications
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, including effective time management
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively (e.g., through writing, presentations) with different audiences (research community, general public)

TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should email Whitney Sanders at yceiresearch@yale.edu with the subject line “Postdoc Applicant: [YOUR NAME]”. Please include the following application materials.

• (1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• (2) Cover letter describing your research background, key research accomplishments, interests, career goals, and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum)
• (3) An example publication or dataset that demonstrates your skills
• (4) Contact information for 3 references

Priority will be given to candidates who apply by April 19^th, 2024, at 5:00PM. Applications will continue to be accepted but those received after April 19^th will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

For questions about the position, email Craig Bailey (craig.bailey@yale.edu).

Anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a postdoctoral appointment, candidates must hold a Ph.D., or equivalent degree from a program in relevant field or discipline. When a candidate has completed all the requirements for a degree, but the degree has not yet been formally conferred, the candidate may present evidence of completion of the degree, together with a statement of the date on which the degree is to be conferred.

ABOUT THE YALE CENTER FOR EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotions drive learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, and health. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence uses the power of emotions to create a healthier, and more innovative, productive, and compassionate society. We conduct research and design educational approaches that support people of all ages in developing emotional intelligence and the skills to thrive and contribute to society. Schools are at the center of these efforts. RULER, the Center’s signature program, draws on leading pedagogical practices as well as advances in psychology and neuroscience, and it has been honed through years of collaboration, classroom observation, interviews, and the most demanding evaluations. Creating awareness—both of self and others—about emotions and developing the skills of emotional intelligence can improve children’s prospects in life and contribute, in turn, to healthier, more compassionate families, workplaces, and communities. RULER does this by teaching adults and children the skills of emotional intelligence. Since 2005, more than 5,000 schools across 27 countries have implemented RULER, affecting the lives of over 4 million students. Accordingly, we integrate emotional intelligence skill building, the basis of RULER, into their everyday practices and into classroom curricula across grade levels. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence is a self-supporting unit within the Child Study Center. The Child Study Center serves as the Department of Child Psychiatry for the Yale School of Medicine. The Child Study Center, and more broadly, the Yale School of Medicine is a vibrant and exciting training environment for young researchers with extensive opportunities for networking and career development: https://postdocs.yale.edu/. 

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Postdoctoral Associate Position in immunity and lung diseases at Yale School of Medicine 

Starting Date: August 2024 (2 years position- renewable) 

Are you passionate about unraveling how immune cells impact chronic lung diseases? Do you possess a deep understanding of immunology and biochemistry? If so, we want you to be a part of our team!

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our lab as a Postdoctoral Associate. At the forefront of our research lies the investigation into how immune dysfunctions, particularly within monocytes/macrophages, contribute to chronic lung inflammatory diseases, with a special focus on cystic fibrosis (CF).

Under the guidance of Dr. Emanuela Bruscia in the Department of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, you will delve into research aimed at understanding and combatting CF and related disorders.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside experts in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Access cutting-edge facilities and resources at the heart of the Yale School of Medicine campus.
• Be part of a vibrant research community.

Qualifications:

• PhD in immunobiology, biochemistry, or related fields.
• Proficiency in flow cytometry and strong biochemistry background.
• Hands-on experience with mouse models and basic molecular techniques.
• Familiarity with immunofluorescence staining of tissue and fluorescence microscopy.

How to Apply: 

Please submit a detailed curriculum vitae, a brief letter outlining your scientific background and career aspirations, and contact information for two references to Dr. Emanuela Bruscia at Emanuela.bruscia@yale.edu 

Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Title of the Position: Postdoctoral Associate

Department and School: Department of Linguistics, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Anticipated Appointment Dates: August 15, 2024, to August 14, 2025 (with the possibility for a one-year renewal); the exact dates are flexible.

Email/website: https://rtmccoy.com/prospective_postdocs/

Introduction of Department: The Yale Department of Linguistics is home to a broad range of scholars who study language in its many facets: What rules or constraints define the structure of language? How do people learn and process language? How do languages change over time? How can we develop technology that can process language effectively? By studying such topics, we can use language as a window into the human mind and human society.

Overview of the Position: The Yale Department of Linguistics seeks candidates for a

Postdoctoral Associate in Computational Linguistics, who would work under the guidance of

Professor Tom McCoy. Applicants should have a background in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Computer Science, or another discipline related to computational linguistics. The applicant’s research agenda should relate to the use of computational methods to understand human cognition and/or the use of insights from linguistics and cognitive science to advance artificial intelligence; applicants who are purely interested in artificial intelligence, without a connection to linguistics, would not be a strong fit for this position. Potential research directions include developing computational models of language learning (e.g., neural networks or Bayesian models) or analyzing the linguistic representations of large language models; see https://rtmccoy.com/research/ for more discussion of potential research topics.

Education: The postdoctoral associate will be encouraged to attend seminars within the Linguistics Department that cover topics relevant to their research interests and professional goals. During regular meetings with the faculty mentor, the postdoc will also discuss current research in computational linguistics in order to further their education about the state of the field.

Training: At the start of employment, the postdoc and the faculty mentor will meet to discuss the postdoc’s career goals so that they can develop a plan for how their time at Yale can best advance those goals. Depending on the nature of those goals, types of training that the postdoc might receive include training from the faculty mentor in relevant computational techniques, opportunities to mentor student research (with guidance from the faculty mentor), and attendance at workshops about career planning.

Mentoring: The postdoctoral associate will attend weekly meetings with the faculty advisor to discuss research projects. They will also be encouraged to attend weekly lab meetings for the research groups that relate to their interests, such as the Computational Linguistics at Yale (CLAY) research group, and they will be encouraged to collaborate with other members of Yale’s computational linguistics community.

Location: The postdoctoral position will be held in-person on the Yale campus in New Haven, Connecticut, at the Department of Linguistics in Dow Hall.

Timeline: This postdoctoral position is a one-year appointment with the possibility for a one-year renewal, up to a maximum total of three years. The start date is flexible but is expected to be approximately August 15, 2024.

Qualifications: The applicant must have received a PhD before their start date. They are also expected to have a background in the application of computational methods within linguistics or cognitive science. Applicants will be judged based on their prior achievements and their fit with the faculty mentor’s research interests.

Process to apply: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received on or before April 4, 2024.. Applicants should supply three things: (i) An up-to-date CV; (ii) exactly two writing samples (e.g., two papers that you have written); and (iii) a one-to-two paragraph summary of the applicant’s research interests. The research summary can be informal (e.g., it could just be a bulleted list) - the goal is simply to provide a sense of what topics or questions the applicant might want to work on during a postdoc. Please send these materials via email to tom.mccoy@yale.edu; the subject line of the email should contain the phrase “Postdoc application” and your name (e.g., “Postdoc application: Alex Smith”).

Selected applicants may be asked to also provide two letters of recommendation, but these should not be submitted with the initial application.

A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Arya Mani at the Cardiovascular Research Center at Yale University. The exciting project involves the investigation of epigenetic regulations by PRDM6 in vascular smooth muscle cells and a model of aortic aneurysm. Candidates should have a foundational understanding of molecular cloning, expression analysis in vivo and mammalian cell cultures, comprehensive ChIP-sequencing, and knowledge of histone modifications such as acetylation and methylation. Knowledge of CRISPR-Cas gene editing is a plus.

This position offers close mentorship, expecting the postdoctoral researcher to independently conduct experiments, analyze data, and actively participate in resolving experimental challenges. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment are essential for success in this role. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s research experience.

Interested applicants should compile a single PDF document that includes a concise cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a summary of research experience and publications, and the contact details of three references. Please send your application to arya.mani@yale.edu.

Postdoctoral position at The Forest School at the Yale School of Environment, Yale University

The Yale Forests invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher specializing in forest ecology, agroforestry, and/or silviculture as part of a USDA-funded project focusing on promoting climate-smart and sustainable agriculture in New England through regionally adapted agroforestry systems (Project “ADAPT”). We seek a highly motivated individual to establish forest and agroforestry experimental studies at the Yale Forests and surroundings to test and to transition agricultural systems into agroforestry in the Northeast. We intend to develop and test three agroforestry systems that includee silvopasture, polycultures (i.e. mulitstrata pererennial systems and/or food forests), and forest farming. We seek to do this in a way that optimizes climate and socio-ecological benefits, while also considering potential tradeoffs by incorporating perspectives from diverse stakeholder and rightsholders groups and integrating socio-ecological data collected across New England in agroforestry transition sites hosted at Yale and partner institutions (UNH and Dartmouth), and practitioner locations. The position is funded for 3 years with an expected start date of July 2024.

The postdoctoral researcher will be primarily advised and hosted in the Ashton silviculture Lab and the Orefice agroforestry program Maple | Yale Forests but also be part of the Yale School of the Environment  (YSE) The Forest School | Yale School of the Environment. Much of the work will be based at the Yale Forests in northeastern CT Welcome | Yale Forests. Applicants who self-identify as individuals from groups historically excluded from ecology and/or persons excluded because of their ethnicity or race (PEERs) are particularly encouraged to apply. The Yale is committed to antiracism, equity, and inclusion, and resolves to create programs, measures, and systems of accountability that ensure trainee success. This is a full-time, non-remote, in-residence position. Yale is an equal opportunity employer.

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a larger USDA-funded ADAPT project, which integrates research, education, and extension to (i) develop and test three agroforestry systems, (ii) promote agroforestry training and outreach programs for landowners, professionals, and other interested communities through university extension, and (iii) build knowledge and skills around agroforestry as a climate smart solution for expanding food production through diverse educational opportunities. Project collaborators include researchers and extension staff from three universities (University of New Hampshire, Dartmouth, and Yale), partners from numerous institutions and organizations engaged in agroforestry-related activities (e.g., USDA National Agroforestry Center, USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station & Climate Hub, The Nature Conservancy, Whole Systems Design Collective, MidCoast Permaculture Design, ReTreeUS, Interlace Commons, Food Solutions New England) and individual collaborators throughout the region. Project results will contribute to developing climate-smart agriculture and forestry in New England through (i) mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, (ii) fostering market opportunities, and (ii) enhancing climate adaptation and resilience.

The postdoctoral associate will participate as part of a large interdisciplinary team of scientists and graduate students and will have substantial flexibility to develop their specific research focus within the context of the project team’s expertise and the needs of the larger project.

Qualifications:

• PhD in silviculture, applied ecology, agroecology, agroforestry or a closely related field at the time of starting the position.
• Strong track record of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and use of statistical packages and analyses.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, disciplines, organizational affiliations, and levels of expertise and knowledge.
• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, including strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well as a member of a large, inter-disciplinary team.
• Ability and desire to travel to partner sites and participate/lead community building activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of mentorship and experience broadening participation for historically excluded.
• Strong field experience

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up and monitor a suit of agroforestry experiments within systems converting open field to agroforestry, and a suit of agroforestry experiments within systems that convert forests to agroforestry.

• Work with masters students employed over the summer months on setting up and monitoring the experiments
• Collect and analyze data in the agroforestry experiments.
• Participate in ADAPT cohort activities, including interactions with postdocs, graduate students, undergraduates, and PIs, farmers, and other project team across all partner institutions
• Give guest lectures in agroecology/agroforestry courses as appropriate
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journal articles and present data at conferences.
• Mentor graduate masters students in scientific methods and career development.
• Contribute to the cultivation of an equitable, inclusive, and antiracist lab group.

For questions about the position, email Mark S. Ashton (mark.ashton@yale.edu) or Joseph Orefice (joseph.orefice@yale.edu) with “ADAPT agroforestry agroforestry postdoc” in the subject line.

(Target start date: June 1st, 2024; some flexibility is possible.)

To apply, please submit the following by April 1st, 2024: 1) A cover letter, CV, and contact information for three reference letters. Letters will be requested for finalists only.

Applications received by April 1st, 2024, will receive full consideration, and reviewed thereafter until the position is filled.

Postdoctoral Associate Position (Garg Lab, Department of Laboratory Medicine)

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Salil Garg (https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/salil_garg/), Assistant Professor in the Yale School of Medicine.  The Garg laboratory (http://www.garglab.org) uses approaches from genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, and systems biology to understand heterogeneity in stem cells and cancer.  We want to understand how cell systems with the same genetic material generate cells with markedly different behaviors from one another.  Our hypothesis is that the processes that drive this behavior in normal development operate in cancer, complicating treatment and preventing cure.  The lab’s most recent publications appear in Molecular Cell and Cancer Discovery, and mentees have gone on to success in both academic and industry careers.

Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent credential in a relevant discipline.  The lab employs both experimental and computational approaches; applicants should have familiarity with at least one of these areas and a willingness to learn the other.  Our philosophy is to chase scientific questions using the best methodology available, which usually means employing both “wetlab” and “drylab” techniques.  Candidates should be curious, hard-working, strong communicators, and above all interested in answering challenging questions.  Visa sponsorship is available.

Projects are flexible and can be crafted to the interest of the applicant, and may relate to 1) molecular mechanisms in gene regulation that drive heterogeneity; 2) understanding cellular states and memory in cell systems; 3) cell-cell communication and how it relates to heterogeneity; 4) connections between developmental biology and cancer, particularly for pediatric tumors.

Application process:  Interested applicants should contact Dr. Salil Garg (salil.garg@yale.edu) using subject line “Postdoctoral position in the Garg lab” and include: a cover letter addressing their research background, interests, and goals; a copy of their curriculum vitae; and names of 3 references including research supervisors.  Yale University is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its faculty, students, and staff.

Postdoctoral Associate position Yale School of Medicine, Clinical Cytogenetics, Department of Genetics

Faculty Member:  Peining Li

The Clinical Cytogenetics Lab in the Department of Genetics at Yale School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral candidate interested in validating and utilizing genomic technologies for clinical diagnosis.

Our lab provides conventional cytogenetic analyses and chromosome microarray assay for detecting chromosomal abnormalities and pathogenic copy number variants in both clinical and research settings ( https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/cytogenetics/ ).

We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to (1) develop and validate novel genomic testing for detecting recurrent structural rearrangements in various types of cancers; (2) perform independent research on specific case cohort, and (3) participate in collaborative research.

Candidates with experience in molecular and cytogenetics techniques, microarray analysis, next-generation sequencing (especially long read genome sequencing), and bioinformatics are encouraged to apply. Candidates would have a background in genetics or molecular biology. PhD and excellent communication and writing skills are required.  Salary is on the standard of school and department guidelines.

Interested applicants should send a CV, a cover letter and three references to peining.li@yale.edu.

Postdoctoral Associate in Pain & Addiction Neuropsychopharmacology

The Pain and Addiction Interaction Neurosciences (PAIN) Lab, located within the Division of Addictions of the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale University School of Medicine, is seeking to hire a postdoctoral associate to work on developing novel pain and addiction therapeutics, through translating advances in neuropsychopharmacological research. The ideal candidate should have recently completed a Ph.D. or M.D., with a background in psychiatry or psychology, and experience in behavioral data analysis, with proficiency in R or similar programs.

The postdoctoral associate will have the opportunity to work on Phase 1/2 human laboratory studies aiming to understand the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of substances that have both analgesic and addictive potential (e.g., phytocannabinoids, NDMA antagonists, psychedelics). The postdoctoral associate will work on studies recruiting healthy persons and persons with substance use disorders. Potential experiences include contributing to ongoing data collection; working on data already collected within the lab; and applying data analysis skills to larger, nationwide datasets.

The postdoctoral associate will receive training in state-of-the-art behavioral pharmacology techniques (delivering psychoactive substances using various routes of administration and manipulating processes that are clinically relevant for pain and addiction treatment); computerized quantitative sensory testing (QST) of pain; and real-world clinical trial methods. These training opportunities are bolstered by the rich intellectual environment of the Yale Division of Addictions with adjacent PI’s Mehmet Sofuoglu (expertise in addiction psychopharmacology), Mohini Ranganathan (expertise in cannabinoid science) and R. Ross MacLean (expertise in ecological momentary assessment applied to the study of co-occurring pain and addiction).

Expectations of the postdoctoral associate include the processing and analysis of complex behavioral data, aiming towards publishing manuscripts and generating novel scientific directions. Additional opportunities include behavioral and psychophysical task design and pharmacokinetics modeling.

The ideal candidate should be self-driven, creative, ethical, and collaborative, and able to integrate feedback. Ultimately, there will be project flexibility based on the interests and motivation of the postdoctoral associate, and a lack of formal experience should not preclude the motivation to be trained. Experience in multidimensional assessment of pain, clinical neuroscience, or prior work with populations with pain and/or addiction are a plus. 

The starting date is negotiable. The duration of the position will be two years, with the opportunity to extend if agreed upon by the post-doctoral associate and the PI. 

If interested, please email a letter of interest, CV or resume, and the names of three references to: joao.deaquino@yale.edu and julia.meyerovich@yale.edu.