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Title of the Position: Post Doctoral Research Associate, Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids
Department and School: Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids
Anticipated Appointment Dates: 3/1/2025
Email/Website:
Wendy.agudo@yale.edu (Program Manager)
https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/research/programs/center-science-cannabis-cannabinoids/
Introduction of School/Department:
The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²), established in 2023, was created to advance the understanding of cannabis and its derivatives, often referred to as cannabinoids. This innovative Center is a hub for groundbreaking research, dissemination of information, and education in the field of cannabis and cannabinoid science. Our mission is to conduct comprehensive research on the risks and potential therapeutic applications of cannabis and cannabinoids, and to inform public policy based on our findings.
At YC-SCAN², we focus on thorough scientific research and strive to find science-based answers to critical questions concerning the risks and potential medical benefits associated with cannabis and its derivatives. We are also dedicated to translating the knowledge we gain into helpful, practical applications that could enhance patient care and inform public policy.
The Center supports pilot projects from Yale-affiliated researchers, aiming to bridge the gap between basic and clinical research. These projects form the foundation for larger funding applications to NIH and other agencies. YC-SCAN² also encourages multidisciplinary studies into the effects of cannabis and cannabinoids, combining molecular neuroscience, genetics, electroencephalography, imaging, and psychopharmacology. We are deeply committed to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians to carry forward this important work in the emerging field of cannabis science.
Overview of the Position:
The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²), is seeking applicants for a paid, postdoctoral associate. The position involves helping coordinate clinical trials and research studies exploring innovative therapies for cannabis related studies, including THC and DMT. Additionally, the position offers opportunities to work on brain imaging studies aimed at understanding the neural basis of cannabis and cannabinoids dependency.
YC-SCAN² is currently conducting several NIH-funding studies for THC Genetics and Aging as well as community implementation research. The postdoctoral associate would join a dynamic team of faculty, research scientists, and students committed to advancing the understanding of cannabis and mental health through research.
Successful applicants will gain valuable experience working with clinical populations, including administering psychiatric rating scales. Comprehensive training will be provided, covering all aspects of clinical research—from participant recruitment and clinical screening to data capture, analysis, and interpretation of study findings.
Training/Mentoring/Education
The postdoctoral associate will work directly with Principal Investigators within the Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²), including Dr. Deepak D’Souza. This is a salaried, academic position focused on training in human subjects research within Psychiatry, with a specific focus on cannabis. The postdoctoral associate will receive hands-on experience in all aspects of clinical research in a psychiatric setting, including clinical screening, recruitment of study participants, capture and processing of study data, interpretation and dissemination of findings. They will actively participate in weekly study meetings and the weekly YC-SCAN², Rounds – a forum where the lab discusses ongoing studies and hosts an educational series featuring presentations from internal and external speakers on the latest developments in the field.
Location: West Haven VA Medical Center, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516
Qualifications:
Postdoctoral positions are open to those with previous research backgrounds acquired during PhD or MD education. An ideal candidate would have an interest in psychiatry and/or related mental-health research. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required for data entry, processing, and quality control assessment.
Process to Apply:
Interested applicants can send a cover letter, CV, and at least two references to Wendy Agudo at wendy.agudo@yale.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
POST-DOCTORAL/ARS POSITION AVAILABLE IN STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY (X-ray and Cryo-EM)
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY - YALE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
MAP kinase phosphatases (MKPs) are enzymes that activate kinases by removing phosphate groups, playing crucial roles in both physiological processes and various diseases. Developing drugs that target MKPs is challenging due to the nearly identical residues in their catalytic sites responsible for dephosphorylation. We have identified allosteric inhibitors for MKP5 and determined their structure in complex with these inhibitors. The goal is to elucidate the structures of MKP5 complexes with kinases using X-ray crystallography or cryo-electron microscopy. The postdoctoral associate will also collaborate with experts in NMR, molecular dynamics, cellular biology and signaling, and mouse models of disease, enhancing our understanding of how the allosteric site influences physiology and disease mechanisms. We plan to utilize drug discovery to identify allosteric inhibitors for other MKPs, investigate their interactions, and apply these findings to study other diseases.
Applicants must have experience in structural biology.
Interested candidates should send their CV and names of three references to:
Professor Elias Lolis
Department of Pharmacology
Yale University School of Medicine
333 Cedar Street
New Haven, CT 06520-8066
elias.lolis@yale.edu
Title of the Position: Postdoctoral Associate in Human Factors Engineering for Healthcare Research
Department and School: Yale School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine
Anticipated Appointment Dates: April 1, 2025, with an initial one-year appointment and the possibility of a one-year renewal.
Website: Department of Emergency Medicine < Emergency Medicine
• Introduction of School/Department:
The Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine is committed to advancing the science and practice of emergency medicine through innovation, research, and education. Our mission is to improve care delivery and patient outcomes by integrating interdisciplinary expertise, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based practices. The department fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, engaging with scholars across Yale’s Schools of Medicine, Public Health, and Engineering & Applied Sciences. Our research portfolio includes initiatives in informatics, addiction medicine, geriatrics, systems-based implementation science, and health equity to address critical public health challenges, including the opioid crisis.
• Overview of the Position:
The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with Dr. Edward Melnick to conduct innovative research applying human factors engineering (HFE) principles to improve healthcare delivery. This role involves hands-on engagement in all phases of research, including designing, implementing, evaluating, and refining digital tools within clinical settings. The position offers a comprehensive foundation for pursuing a career in academic research or industry.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct user-centered design research, including usability testing and workflow analysis, to develop CDS tools tailored to real-world clinical environments.
- Perform data collection and analysis using mixed-methods approaches to evaluate the impact of CDS tools on physician efficiency, usability, and equity.
- Validate and apply EHR-based metrics to measure usability, adoption, and effectiveness, and identify targeted areas for improvement in CDS tools.
- Apply implementation science frameworks, such as the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), and design rapid randomized testing protocols for CDS interventions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams, including the Yale ADAPT team, to integrate insights from emergency medicine, health informatics, and public health into research initiatives.
- Lead research initiatives, including conceptualizing projects, managing study timelines, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Author manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to grant applications.
- Mentor junior team members, fostering their development and involvement in research activities.
Training and Mentorship
The Postdoctoral Associate will receive specialized training through the Department of Emergency Medicine and Yale’s workshops and seminars on:
- HFE methods: User-centered design, usability testing, and workflow optimization.
- Experimental design and data analysis: Developing mixed-methods approaches to evaluate CDS tools.
- EHR-based metric development: Deriving, validating, and applying scalable measures for usability, uptake, and equity. to identify targets for CDS (or other digital health) refinement.
- Implementation science frameworks: Such as the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research and employing MOST and rapid randomized testing of CDS interventions.
Weekly one-on-one mentorship meetings with Dr. Melnick will focus on research progress, skill development, and career planning. Collaborative opportunities will also include multidisciplinary seminars, team meetings, and co-authoring high-impact publications.
Work Environment
The Postdoctoral Associate will be based in New Haven, CT, with a hybrid working arrangement. Primary in-person work will occur in the Department of Emergency Medicine, with opportunities to collaborate across Yale University’s interdisciplinary research teams.
• Qualifications:
Must have a Ph.D. in Human Factors Engineering, Healthcare Informatics, Industrial and Systems Engineering, or a related field. All requirements of the doctoral degree must be completed before the position start date. Recent PhD graduates and candidates with up to 5 years of postdoctoral experience are appropriate.
Primary research interests and expertise should be user-centered design, workflow analysis, and mixed-methods research in healthcare settings. Should have an interest in addressing health disparities and improving healthcare systems through innovative HFE applications.
Must have strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Experience in EHR data analysis, usability testing, and interdisciplinary collaboration is preferred.
• Process to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting January 2025. The final application deadline is 11:59 PM EST on March 15, 2025.
To apply please submit:
- A curriculum vitae
- A cover letter detailing Research interests and career goals, how this position aligns with those interests and goals and experience in human factors engineering and healthcare applications.
- Two writing samples of published or publication-quality research
- Two letters of recommendation
Questions and application materials should be submitted to Edward.melnick@yale.edu . Please cc laurel.buchanan@yale.edu and include “Full Name, YSM Postdoctoral Associate in Human Factors Engineering for Healthcare Research Position” in your subject line.
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. We welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, underrepresented minority groups, and protected veterans.
Postdoctoral Positions in AI/ML for Breast MRI
Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
We are seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals at the postdoctoral level for up to 2 immediately available positions. The project will involve the development and implementation of novel algorithms for analyzing breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data for breast cancer detection and diagnosis. Our long-term goal is to develop image analysis tools for a novel low-field, affordable breast MRI system. Future research may extend to developing AI approaches for improving low-field MRI image quality and image reconstruction. Responsibilities of the postdoctoral associate will include closely collaborating with all members of the team, developing, training, testing, and interpreting models on large imaging datasets, leading authorship of publications, presenting results at international meetings, and mentoring students in the lab.
Required qualifications:
- PhD (in hand or about to be obtained) in biomedical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, biomedical informatics, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience in developing deep learning algorithms and training models on medical imaging datasets.
- Strong programming skills with experience in Python.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications.
Great to have:
- Experience with processing MRI.
- Experience with organizing and maintaining large image datasets.
- Developed production ready code.
About the advisors: The selected candidate will work as part of an integrated team under the direction of Drs. Nicha Dvornek and Todd Constable. Dr. Dvornek is an Assistant Professor in the Image Processing and Analysis Group, within the Bioimaging Sciences Division of the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging. Her group is focused on the scientific study, development, and application of novel image analysis and machine learning techniques to solve clinical problems in biomedical imaging. Dr. Constable is the Elizabeth Mears and House Jameson Professor of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging and Professor of Neurosurgery. His group focuses on two areas: mapping the functional organization of the brain through functional MRI measurements, and the development of novel MRI devices with projects around low field MRI. Dr. Constable is the principal investigator of the ARPA-H funded project to develop the affordable breast MRI system.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Position duration: 1 year term, with possibility of reappointment up to 3 years.
How to apply: Interested individuals should email their CV, 1 page cover letter including research statement and start date availability, a representative publication, and link to a released project (if available) to nicha.dvornek@yale.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Yale University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Postdoctoral Associate Position in the Yale Collaboration for Regulatory Rigor, Integrity, and Transparency (CRRIT): Division of General Internal Medicine, Yale School of Medicine
Location: New Haven, CT
Description: A full-time Postdoctoral Associate position is available as part of the Yale Collaboration for Regulatory Rigor, Integrity, and Transparency (CRRIT) within the Department of Internal Medicine, Section of General Internal Medicine at Yale School of Medicine. The candidate will be mentored by Drs. Joseph S. Ross and Reshma Ramachandran.
Position Details: Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain experience from Drs. Ross and Ramachandran who direct Yale CRRIT as well as collaborators across campus at the Yale School of Medicine, School of Public Health, and School of Law as well as academics at other institutions on projects at the intersection of regulatory science, epidemiology, health economics, and health policy. The position will focus on the evaluation of FDA regulation of health technologies on patient outcomes and payer decisions as well as spending.
As part of Yale CRRIT, candidates will also have an opportunity to receive training in the translation and dissemination of research findings into actionable policy recommendations to various audiences including policymakers, collaborating organizations, and the public. Successful candidates will also be expected to lead 1-2 research projects that will be published in high-impact medical journals. For examples of prior CRRIT projects, please see: https://medicine.yale.edu/crrit/research-projects/
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- PhD/ScD/MD or equivalent degree and years of experience in epidemiology, econometrics (particularly around cost-effectiveness analyses), and pharmaceutical or medical device policy.
- Strong background in epidemiological/statistical methods, including coursework and research experience in causal inference and evidence synthesis.
- Programming experience using large datasets (e.g., R, SAS, STATA).
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in translation and dissemination of research findings to broader audiences is preferred, but not required.
Salary will be based on the NIH postdoctoral research salary scale. The position is for one year, with possible renewal at the second year depending on funding and performance.
Position Information
This is a full-time, primarily in-person position at Yale in the vibrant city of New Haven, Connecticut. Information about salary, benefits, and career development opportunities can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a CV, cover letter of up to two pages, and contact information for three references (name with position title, phone, and email address). In your cover letter, please summarize your relevant research experience.
Applications and questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Reshma Ramachandran [reshma.ramachandran@yale.edu]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Department of Pathology - Yale School of Medicine
Postdoctoral Position/ARS
The Katz Laboratory in the Department of Pathology at Yale School of Medicine seeks applicants for an open senior postdoctoral/associate research scientist position. Accomplished scientists seeking a position in translational immunotherapy are invited to apply to the laboratory of Samuel Katz, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Pathology.
Adoptive cell therapy with chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells and tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) are highly promising forms of immunotherapy. The ability to enhance these cells through genetic engineering has opened up myriad opportunities for creative approaches. The Katz Laboratory is particularly interested in reprogramming human T cells through multiple approaches to improve their ability to survive, migrate, and kill. Our efforts are highly collaborative with several other PIs.
The ideal candidate is a creative experimentalist, motivated self-starter, enjoys learning new techniques through troubleshooting, and enjoys intellectually driving their own independent project as well as working in teams. A potential long-term lab management role may evolve. Specific laboratory skills that will be important include CRISPR, molecular biology, human T cell culture, invasion assays, cell death assays, organoid work, mouse modeling, and data analysis.
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 - Cancer Survivorship and Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Among Survivors
Posting Date: December 9, 2024
A full-time Postdoctoral Associate position is available within the Yale School of Nursing to assist with the project implementation and work closely with Dr. Hermine Poghosyan. This is a one-year position with the potential to extend for another year and with a start date; February 1st, 2025.
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Associate with a strong research background to participate as a professional team member and contribute to ongoing research projects in cancer health disparities, tobacco control and cessation. We are seeking scholars with research interests in cancer health disparities, cancer survivorship, lung cancer screening, cannabis use, and tobacco prevention and cessation among cancer survivors. In this position, the scholar will be encouraged to conduct mentored and independent research with an emphasis on study inception, manuscript writing, and applying for grants and will also have opportunities to further develop their skills as an independent researcher under the mentorship of Dr. Poghosyan.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting the research team in handling data produced from quantitative and qualitative approaches
- Creating analytic databases
- Developing analytical models under the guidance of the Investigators and the Biostatistician
- Providing support with literature reviews, data analysis, and dissemination of study findings through publications and presentations
- Leading and collaborating on peer-reviewed manuscript publications
- Maintaining IRB compliance and updating IRB protocols as necessary, and
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Collaborating proficiently and communicating effectively with colleagues and management teams
- Being able to design and perform hands on experiments and maintain detailed documentation
Qualifications:
- Must have a MD or PhD in a field applicable to cancer research and associated experience in a health-related area such as public health, nursing, psychology, health policy, social or behavioral sciences, or another relevant field.
- All requirements of the doctoral degree must be completed before the position start date.
- Recent PhD graduates and candidates with prior postdoctoral experience are both appropriate.
- Primary research interests should be in the areas of cancer health disparities; cancer survivorship; lung cancer screening behavior; tobacco prevention and cessation among cancer survivors.
- Have a high level of pre-doctoral publication activity
- Have excellent analytic and writing skills and demonstrated potential of scholarly research including content-relevant peer-reviewed publications.
- Knowledge of using statistical software, Stata.
- Be able to interpret statistical output and work independently as well as collaboratively
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
- A PhD in Nursing is preferred.
- Strong data analytical skills.
- Experience using and analyzing population-based data.
- Excellent past academic performance evidenced with publications.
Compensation
- Information about salary, benefits, and career development opportunities can be found at https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs.
To apply: Please submit a CV, letter of research interests, 3-5 reprints/preprints of publications, and the names and contact information of three individual references to: Dr. Hermine Poghosyan (Hermine.Poghosyan@yale.edu) AND Cindy DeCoste, Research Project Coordinator (Cindy.DeCoste@yale.edu)
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. We welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, underrepresented minority groups, and protected veterans.
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION – Oktay Laboratory, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences
Leading NIH-funded laboratory in ovarian biology, aging, and fertility preservation is looking for a postdoctoral candidate with strong background in molecular biology. Experience with single-cell qRT-PCR and RNA sequencing, epigenomics, bisulfite sequencing, microinjection and CRISPR techniques will be preferred. Interpersonal skills will be highly important as this is a multidisciplinary translational project. The Postdoctoral Associate will focus on the role of DNA repair in oocyte aging as well as the relationship of BRCA and related mutations to reproductive and overall aging.
To understand the background of the Oktay laboratory’s theme, please check our lab url: https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/oktay/ and refer to our recent publications:
- Impairment of BRCA1-related DNA double-strand break repair leads to ovarian aging in mice and humans.Titus S, .. Oktay K. Sci Transl Med. 2013 Feb 13;5(172):172ra21.
- Turan V… Oktay K. Association of Germline BRCA Pathogenic Variants With Diminished Ovarian Reserve: A Meta-Analysis of Individual Patient-Level Data. J Clin Oncol. 2021 Jun 20;39(18):2016-2024.
- Titus S…Oktay K. Individual-oocyte transcriptomic analysis shows that genotoxic chemotherapy depletes human primordial follicle reserve in vivo by triggering proapoptotic pathways without growth activation. Sci Rep. 2021 Jan 11;11(1):407.
- Suzuki N…Oktay KH. The role of declining ataxia-telangiectasia-mutated (ATM) function in oocyte aging. Cell Death Discov. 2024 Jun 25;10(1):302. doi: 10.1038/s41420-024-02041-z. PMID: 38914566; PMCID: PMC11196715.
Those who feel strongly qualified can email a cover letter and a CV to Colleen.Goble@Yale.edu, Associate Director, Faculty & Staff Affairs Manager, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences.
Postdoctoral Associate / Yale University School of Medicine
Position Description:
We are looking for a postdoctoral associate to join the Bini Lab within the Yale PET Center with focus on preclinical and clinical PET/CT and PET/MR imaging in endocrine applications, including diabetes and obesity.
The primary funded project examines changes in the dopaminergic system in the pancreas and brain during diabetes using PET/CT and MRI. Several additional on-going studies include PET/MR/CT imaging in liver, adipose tissue, and brain during obesity.
Responsibilities involve working with preclinical animal models, preclinical and clinical PET imaging, image analysis, kinetic modeling, data analysis, and results dissemination.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have some prior hands-on experience in preclinical PET/CT or PET/MR imaging and kinetic modeling. A PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, or a related field is required. However, interested candidates with a strong computational background and interest in getting involved in medical imaging and preclinical models are also strongly encouraged to apply. Any wet lab experience for ex vivo tracer validation studies is a plus.
The successful candidate will – based on their research interest – have the opportunity of participating in other PET studies as well, for example, PET connectivity, novel radioligand image-derived input functions and/or low-dose PET simulations. These projects will open the opportunity to receive extensive training in all areas by experts in these different fields. Primary mentor will Dr. Jason Bini, Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging.
Yale is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and members of minority groups are encouraged.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward a CV, contact information for 3 references, and a statement of research interests to Dr. Jason Bini (jason.bini@yale.edu). The start date is flexible. Salary will be based on the standard NIH pay scale.
The Broad Center at Yale School of Management (TBC at Yale SOM) seeks applicants for a postdoctoral research associate position who will contribute to TBC at Yale SOM’s vibrant community and share its dedication to helping all students—particularly those from underserved communities—to learn and thrive. TBC at Yale SOM is looking for education scholars whose work demonstrates commitment to improving outcomes for students and aligns with its work to develop public education leaders. Unlike many postdoctoral opportunities in education, this associateship is a unique opportunity for education scholars to benefit from access to elite faculty with expertise in organizational behavior, leadership, and management in addition to their substantive education knowledge. Furthermore, postdoctoral associates will have the chance to build relationships across the TBC at Yale SOM alumni network, which will afford them greater opportunities to engage in research that meaningfully impacts practice.
Postdoctoral associates will spend half of their time on their own research and the other half supporting the research of affiliated faculty members. Postdoctoral associates will benefit from collaboration and mentorship from affiliated faculty members, including Seth Zimmerman, Barbara Biasi, and Jayanti Owens.
The postdoctoral associate program is based in New Haven, CT and begins in summer 2025. The position pays a salary of $95,000, and includes $10,000 for research-related travel (e.g., conferences) during the year-long position term. The position does not include housing. The position is for an initial term of one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year.
Qualifications
Successful applicants will:
- Hold a Ph.D. in Education, Economics, Public Policy, Sociology, Operations Research, or a related field before the start of the associateship.
- Demonstrate dedication to improving educational outcomes for all students, especially those from historically underserved communities.
- Demonstrate strong research and communication skills.
Application
To apply, candidates should complete the online application, http://apply.interfolio.com/159936. The application includes:
- Contact and optional demographic information
- A cover letter that:
- Explains the applicant’s research interests and future goals
- Describes how the associateship contributes to those interests and goals
- Demonstrates the applicant’s interest in the postdoctoral program’s focus on management, governance, and leadership in K-12 education
- A curriculum vitae
- Two writing samples that are either published or of publication quality
- Two letters of recommendation
Completed applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, beginning in November 2024. The final application deadline is 11:59pm EST on February 21, 2025. TBC at Yale SOM will not consider late or incomplete applications. Candidates may address questions about the application process to broadcenter@yale.edu with the subject line, “Postdoc application question.”
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its faculty, students, and staff and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
Postdoctoral Associate in Cancer Biology (Samir Zaidi’s Lab)
Yale School of Medicine and Yale Cancer Center
Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (CMCO)
Start Date: 3/1/2025–
Email: samir.zaidi@yale.edu
Description: We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join the laboratory of Dr. Samir Zaidi opening 3/1/2025. Our laboratory is based within the Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (CMCO) in the Yale School of Medicine and Yale Cancer Center. We focus on principles of cancer plasticity, metastases and the tumor microenvironment, and how these processes mediate treatment resistance. We have recently discovered key pathways that are associated with cellular plasticity and regulate therapeutic response (Science 2022 [PMID 35981096] and PNAS 2024 [PMID: 38968122]). Our laboratory builds upon these studies to uncover how tumor cells interact and communicate with their microenvironment, the determinants of metastatic niches, and the mediators of critical cell–cell interactions. Our science will be rooted in basic biology and have a strong translational perspective towards developing novel therapeutics for cancer patients.
Principal Investigator Background/Research: Dr. Zaidi (MD/PhD) is a physician–scientist who has been committed to understanding the mechanisms underpinning oncologic and developmental disorders (publications). Dr. Zaidi first worked in the laboratory of Dr. Rudolf Jaenisch at MIT, where he studied stem cell reprogramming, and thereafter, in the laboratory of Dr. Richard Lifton at Yale during his MD/PhD, where he focused on the genetics of complex human diseases and cancer (Nature 2013 [PMID 2366595], Science 2015 [PMID 26785492], Nature Genetics 2017 [PMID 28991257]). Dr. Zaidi then completed his internal medicine residency in the Stanbury Physician–Scientist Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard Medical School), his medical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), and post–doctoral training in the laboratory of Charles Sawyers. Dr. Zaidi joined the MSKCC faculty as an Assistant Attending and the Louis V. Gerstner Jr. Scholar and will be joining Yale in March of 2025 as the Stephen Sherwin MD Investigator and Assistant Professor. Dr. Zaidi has been the recipient of awards from the Department of Defense (DoD), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), NIH NCI K08, and Burroughs Wellcome Fund.
Training: The postdoctoral associate will be directly trained and supervised by Dr. Zaidi with respect to scientific knowledge, project development and laboratory techniques. This training will be further supported by the staff, colleagues, and peers within his lab, the CMCO, and broader Yale scientific community. These techniques include organoid culture, co–culture assays, rapid genomic editing tools, multi–allelic mouse models, mouse live imaging, establishment of new transplant models, drug treatments, collection of tissues and fluids, pathology, immunoprobing, high dimensional flow cytometry, spatial and single cell transcription and accessibility profiles, along with an array of molecular biology tools (DNA, RNA and protein analyses, cloning and lentiviral production). The postdoctoral associate may also be involved in mouse colony maintenance, general upkeep of the laboratory equipment, stocks, and ordering and maintaining inventory.
Mentoring: Given that mentoring is one of the most complex and developmentally important aspects of scientific life, Dr. Zaidi is committed to providing the best mentorship to all his incoming trainees, students, mid–career, and senior scientists. Dr. Zaidi will meet with each postdoctoral associate weekly to discuss scientific results, experiments, and career goals. The team will work together to create a plan that would allow the postdoctoral associate to have learn critical science principles, experimentation tools, and scientific interpretation, in order to bridge to a competitive career in science, medicine, or industry. Of note, Dr. Zaidi has been a recipient of some of the best mentorship, and has a strong track record of mentoring postgraduates, PhD, MD/PhD, and MD students. Additional mentoring avenues can be set up through collaborations and connections with other labs, clinical colleagues, and peers/faculty members at Yale School of Medicine and Yale Cancer Center.
Philosophy: We are strongly committed in creating a dynamic, open and inclusive scientific team. We focus on rigorous science conducted within an environment of collegiality, support, and respect. Dr. Zaidi’s group will focus on developing robust experimental systems that serve as pertuable systems that may drive critical bench–to–beside translation. Overall, we strive for building ideas and concepts that can be freely shared within the group to create an ecosystem of scientific excellence.
Environment: Dr. Zaidi’s team will be composed of 4–6 members and will grow as new research discoveries and advances are made. The lab is located in Downtown New Haven at 300 George Street, 6th floor, which is where the CMCO resides and integrally embedded within the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Zaidi’s group shares the floor with other laboratory ranging from early, mid–career and well–established investigators. The CMCO often hosts seminars, scientific meetings, work in progresses, and provides a rich and vibrant community and environment for scientists. Of note, the new mouse facility and flow core facility are located on the 2nd floor of the building. 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. New Haven is a lively and culture-oriented city with buzzing restaurants and arts, and is located on the East Coast, which is a short train ride to New York City and Boston.
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 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, curiosity, and rigor, along with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should also be organized, honest and reliable, have good attention to detail, be able to multi–task and perform 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. Additional information regarding being a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale is available on the Office for Postdoctoral Affairs website.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Yale is an internationally renowned institution that has long been recognized as an outstanding environment for nurturing young scientists. Our collaborative community embraces diverse perspectives and unique life experiences, fostering innovation, and a sense of belonging. Together, we strive to improve the wellbeing of humanity through groundbreaking research.
How to apply. Candidates should send an email to samir.zaidi@yale.edu with “postdoctoral position, candidate’s full name” in the subject line and the following:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover letter: brief statement of research experience, interests, motivation to join 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.
Postdoctoral Associate in Genetics/Genomics
Employer: Yale University, Department of Genetics, Lake Lab.
We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join our growing team in the Yale University Center of Genomic Health and Department of Genetics. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to understand how human genetic variation underlies health and disease, across rare and common phenotypes, with a focus on the mitochondrial genome. We also prioritize translating our research into practical tools that benefit research and clinical communities (e.g. Lake et al, Nature, 2024).
We are looking for a postdoc to spearhead computational projects that will develop and apply cutting-edge approaches for analyzing genetic variants in mitochondrial and nuclear genomes, and their role in disease. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The lab is located in the Yale School of Medicine which offers an outstanding training environment for postdoctoral scientists, with state-of-the-art research facilities and vast resources to support professional development. For more information about our lab, past publications and our research please see our website: https://www.thelakelab.org/
Responsibilities
- Use bioinformatic tools to analyze large-scale genomics datasets
- Develop and apply innovative methods for analyzing and classifying genetic variation
- Prepare high-impact manuscripts for publication and conference presentations
- Attend and present at lab meetings, journal clubs, and departmental seminars
- Contribute to the mentoring of students and junior scientists in the lab
- Assist in the preparation of grant proposals
- Maintain code and pipelines, and support lab operations as needed
- Positively contribute to lab culture
Mentoring & Professional Development
The lab has a strong emphasis on mentorship and values the opportunity to train future leaders in genetics and genomics. The PI will work with the successful candidate to develop and implement a mentorship plan tailor-made for their goals and interests. Mentorship will be provided for fellowship applications, manuscript writing, presentations, and independence.
The successful candidate will gain access to a range of career development opportunities at Yale. This includes seminars from internationally renowned researchers and ‘Meet the Speaker’ lunches, and professional development and networking activities including via the Yale Postdoctoral Association and Yale Office for Career Strategy.
Qualifications
Candidates should have or be close to obtaining a PhD in either genetics, genomics, computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.
Experience with programming languages (e.g. Python and R) and command line interface is required. Experience with one or more of the following is desired: large-scale genomic analyses, variant calling, high performance computing, cloud computing, machine learning methods, and or statistical genetics.
The ideal candidate will also demonstrate:
- Drive and initiative, and track record of impactful research outcomes
- Manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Eagerness to learn and establish new methods, and good problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Desire to contribute to the mentorship of students and junior scientists in the lab
- Experience in, or strong understanding of, human genetics or mitochondrial research.
Position Information
This is a full-time, primarily in-person position at Yale in the vibrant city of New Haven, Connecticut, with a competitive salary starting from $68,000 a year and access to a range of benefits.
Application Instructions
Please email the following to Dr. Nicole Lake at nicole.lake@yale.edu: (1) a cover letter summarizing your experiences, research interests, and career goals, and why you are interested in pursuing a postdoc in our lab, (2) your CV, including contact details of three references, and (3) when you are available to start, using the subject ‘Postdoc Application - Yale Lake Lab’.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and continued until the position is filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit by mid-December. For any questions about the position, please email nicole.lake@yale.edu
Nicole J. Lake, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Genetics
Yale Center of Genomic Health
Yale University School of Medicine
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 Positions available at the Alon Lab
The Alon lab at Yale Medical School has openings for outstanding and passionate recently graduated scientists who are excited about structural biology and receptor pharmacology. We seek individuals with a strong background in structural biology of membrane proteins, either cryo-EM or x-ray crystallography.
We are focused on gaining mechanistic insights into activation, complex formation, signaling, and ligand recognition of understudied membrane receptors involved in recognition of sterol signaling molecules. To this end we apply a multidisciplinary approach, combining structural biology, biophysics, pharmacology, drug discovery, and cell biology. A postdoc in the Alon lab will have access to Yale’s exceptional resources for structural and cellular biology, and work in a vibrant and collaborative environment. The Alon Lab encourages career development through opportunities to lead collaborations, mentor junior trainees, and present research at international conferences. For more information visit our lab webpage: https://www.thealonlab.org
Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD degree or equivalent in biological sciences with not more than 1 year of postdoctoral training. Interested candidates should have training and experience in two or more of the following:
- Structural biology (X-ray or cryoEM)
- Protein purification from mammalian/insect cells
- Biochemical and biophysical techniques
- Cell biology (experience with generating CRISPR KO lines is preferred)
Compensation:
This position offers a competitive salary of $68,000/year, full healthcare benefits, and funding to attend conferences. Yale provides a vibrant postdoctoral community with resources to support family life, career development, and well-being. For information on postdoc salary, housing, the perks of living in New Haven, and more information please visit Yale office for postdoc affairs (https://postdocs.yale.edu/)
Apply:
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, a 1-page research summary, and contact information for three references to Dr. Assaf Alon (assaf.alon@yale.edu)
Postdoctoral Associate (PDA) position in Clinical High Risk for Psychosis Program
The PRIME Psychosis Risk Clinic (https://www.prime.research.yale.edu) at Yale University School of Medicine is recruiting for a postdoctoral associate position starting July 1, 2025.
PRIME is a research and treatment clinic with the primary mission to study the course of symptoms that are sometimes prodromal for psychosis in order to better understand and prevent the development of frank psychosis and schizophrenia. As a part of various ongoing research studies, PRIME provides early identification, assessment, and intervention services to young individuals at a clinical high risk for psychosis (CHR-P).
The PDA will:
- Assist in outreach efforts and identification of new referrals to the clinic
- Oversee and perform psychological assessments with new referrals and their families, including screening and diagnostic evaluation
- Develop and collaborate on clinical research projects related to the mission of PRIME
- Assist in organization and maintenance of a large clinical database
- Support analysis for scientific presentations and quality improvement projects
- Present outcome data to other clinicians, collaborating sites, and at scientific conferences
- Prepare scientific manuscripts for publication
- Assist in submission of research grant applications
- If seeking licensure, the applicant will be given the opportunity to provide evidence- based intervention services to individuals at CHR-P, and receive clinical supervision
This an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career that combines clinical research and program development targeting serious mental illness and its etiology.
A doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology is required (PhD or PsyD). Ideal candidates must have a strong interest in psychosis and a record of clinical work and some publication in the area. Analytic and presentation skills are necessary. Desirable applicants will have at least one year of clinical experience with psychotic disorders in a clinical or research setting and working familiarity with a statistical package. Bilingual applicants, especially Spanish speaking, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Some activities will be possible to complete via videoconferencing, with some flexibility for hybrid work arrangements, but at least 50% of the work is expected to be in-person.
Interested candidates should submit a CV via email to: Emily Farina (emily.farina@yale.edu)
Instructor, Department of Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine Clinical Psychologist, PRIME Psychosis Risk Clinic
Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC) 34 Park Street, New Haven, CT 06519
Postdoctoral Associate, Material Histories of the Human Record
The certificate program in Material Histories of the Human Record of the Humanities Program at Yale invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position at Yale University for the 2025-2026 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 is an initial one-year appointment that is renewable for a second year; the start date will be determined in consultation with the selected candidate.
This unique opportunity situates the successful candidate within a relevant academic department at Yale and the Yale Library Special Collections. The Postdoctoral Associate 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 position 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 Associate 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 Associate 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 Associate 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 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: https://apply.interfolio.com/158217
We will accept applications immediately with review beginning on 1 March 2025 and continuing until the selections are final.
For questions, please email Professor Ayesha Ramachandran: Ayesha.ramachandran@yale.edu.
ELTI Rwanda Post Doctoral Associate
About ELTI
The Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative (ELTI) was established in 2006 at the Yale School of the Environment (YSE) as a Center and Program focused on strengthening the capacity of landholders, practitioners, and decision-makers to manage tropical forest landscapes. The overall goal is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to implement a wide range of conservation and restoration strategies. ELTI achieves this goal by offering interactive field and online courses that integrate the scientific expertise of Yale faculty and local partners from many disciplines, as well as the applied experiences of practitioners and landholders who manage restoration interventions. Field courses are held in training landscapes–adapted from the Yale Forests pedagogical approach–allowing participants to engage in hands-on, place-based learning.
About the-ELTI Rwanda Program
As one of the first countries to commit to the Bonn Challenge, the Rwandan government has pledged to restore two million hectares of deforested and degraded lands by 2030. Achieving this ambitious goal will require significant growth in the country’s technical expertise, particularly for restoration efforts on highly degraded smallholder farms. In March 2024, an ELTI scoping and assessment process, conducted with Rwandan professionals and institutions, identified a knowledge gap in the propagation and management of native trees and in supporting smallholders to integrate these trees into their agricultural practices.
To address this gap, the ELTI team is partnering with the Wildlife Conservation Society’s (WCS) Rwanda program to launch the ELTI-Rwanda program. This new field initiative will provide technical assistance within the framework of the recently approved Green Climate Fund (GCF) project titled, “Building Resilience of Vulnerable Communities to Climate Variability in Rwanda’s Congo Nile Divide through Forest and Landscape Restoration.” The project focuses on the Congo-Nile Divide (CND) region, which spans a steep, high elevation ridge running north-south across Rwanda (project description). One key aspect of the project is tree planting, aimed at mitigating the impacts of increasingly frequent extreme weather events. These events are already affecting soil stability, food security, and livelihoods for smallholder farmers. The project will also contribute to carbon sequestration and the conservation of biodiversity.
With over a decade of experience in field-based capacity development in the Neotropics and Southeast Asia, ELTI is well-positioned to expand into Africa. The ELTI-Rwanda program will build on the expertise of ELTI staff and affiliates, YSE faculty, WCS partners, and others to support Rwanda’s growing restoration efforts. The program will (a) launch a capacity development initiative focused on native species reforestation and (b) establish a novel training program with Rwandan practitioners and smallholder farmers, helping them adopt and manage on-farm restoration practices with native trees.
To support this initiative, ELTI has received an initial seed grant from Yale Planetary Solutions (YPS). The funding will support three primary activities: (1) establishing a multidisciplinary working group of academics and practitioners to guide the program, (2) assessing Rwanda’s restoration efforts and knowledge gaps, and (3) developing a field course on forest landscape restoration with native species for Rwandan decision makers, practitioners, and extension officers.
Position Overview
ELTI is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral associate to join the team at the Yale School of the Environment to support the development of the ELTI-Rwanda capacity development program. The postdoctoral associate will compile, interpret, and synthesize research on applied forest ecology and silviculture, with a particular focus on native species reforestation in high-density agricultural landscapes.
The primary outcomes of this analysis will include:
- A peer-reviewed publication and complementary white paper summarizing work being done on forest restoration by people and organizations in the region.
- A peer-reviewed publication synthesizing information on the growth and cultivation of native trees and forest restoration, drawn from gray literature, peer-reviewed studies, and field data.
- A native species restoration guide for landholders, decision makers, and practitioners, the first of its kind in the region.
The successful candidate will be based in New Haven, CT, with travel to Rwanda between 1-3 times during the year to participate in working group activities and contribute to the assessment of expertise and knowledge gaps. The associate may also provide technical input for the training curriculum and support the implementation of the field course. The position reports to Professor Mark Ashton and collaborates closely with ETLI’s Director, Rwanda Program Manager, and other field team affiliates.
ELTI is committed to providing structured mentoring to postdoctoral associates, fostering professional development, and preparing them for success in their careers. We value diverse perspectives and aim to create an inclusive, supportive environment for all team members. The postdoctoral associate will join a collaborative community of applied researchers and practitioners, including other postdoctoral associates, faculty, students, and ELTI staff and field affiliates.
The salary for the position is $68,000, with benefits including full medical coverage, long-term disability, paid family leave, retirement saving accounts, and other Yale employee benefits described here: https://postdocs.yale.edu/applicants/yale-benefit-summary. The desired start date is January 1st, 2025. This position is initially funded for one year, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and additional funding.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Compile, interpret, and synthesize research on native species reforestation in high density agricultural landscapes, including smallholder preferences, focusing on Rwanda and East Africa.
- Publish peer-reviewed articles and produce white papers for applied audiences based on research findings.
- Contribute to the development of a handbook or field guide on native tree propagation and management for use in the ELTI-Rwanda program (click here for a Spanish-language example in the Neotropics).
Secondary Duties (when Feasible)
- Participate in the working group established by ELTI’s program manager at WCS to guide the ELTI-Rwanda program.
- Contribute to the assessment of Rwanda’s restoration processes and knowledge gaps.
- Provide technical expertise for the development of the new training curriculum focused on native species reforestation.
- Participate as a trainer or technical specialist in the first field course.
- Provide mentorship to university students in Rwanda working on their theses on related themes.
Qualifications
- A Ph.D. degree in applied forest ecology, silviculture, or related field, with a focus on tropical forest restoration.
- Strong background in forest landscape restoration and smallholder agroforestry (preferred).
- Proven ability to collaborate with team members across disciplines and cultures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present research findings for diverse audiences.
- Experience organizing and conducting fieldwork in challenging environments.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a strong interest in promoting local community engagement, knowledge, and empowerment.
Application
We currently accepting applications and will prioritize those received by December 15, 2024. To apply, send a single PDF document that includes a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references. In your cover letter, please address:
- Your interest and experience in generating and/or using applied science to advance farm-based restoration or restoration in mosaic landscapes.
- How this postdoc position aligns with your professional goals and will support your career development.
Please direct applications or inquiries to Dr. Eva Garen (eva.garen@yale.edu) and Grace Bachmann (grace.bachmann@yale.edu), with the following included in the subject line: “ELTI Rwanda postdoc application.”
Postdoctoral position in AI for protein design with applications to TCR & BCR models
The lab of Prof. María Rodríguez Martínez at the Department of Biomedical Informatics & Data Science, Yale School of Medicine, is seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to join the team for a pioneering project at the intersection of computational immunology and AI-driven protein engineering. The postdoctoral researcher will leverage state-of-the-art protein language models (PLMs) and advanced AI-based structural modeling techniques to design and optimize T and B cell receptors (TCRs and BCRs). The work will focus on predicting critical properties such as specificity, binding affinity, and functionality to enhance the precision and efficacy of targeted immunotherapy applications.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement AI models to study and optimize TCR and BCR interactions, enhancing receptor design for improved binding affinity, specificity, and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Collaborate with experimental teams to validate model predictions and design novel therapeutic receptors.
- Contribute to publications, grant applications, and collaborative projects within the lab.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Machine Learning and Deep Learning for Computational Biology, Computer Science, Applied Physics and Mathematics, or a related field.
- Strong background in protein modeling, structural biology, or AI-driven protein design.
- Experience with generative models, such as diffusion models, is a plus.
- Proficiency in machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and programming languages (Python preferred).
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
What we offer:
- A supportive, interdisciplinary research environment.
- Access to cutting-edge computational resources and datasets.
- Opportunities to contribute to impactful research in immunotherapy and therapeutic receptor design.
If you are passionate about advancing computational immunology and excited by the potential of AI-driven protein design, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Position: Postdoctoral Associate Position in New Research Lab led by Dr. Joseph Deak
Description:
Seeking applications for a postdoctoral research position in an exciting new research lab led by Dr. Joseph Deak within the well-established Gelernter Research Group and Yale Psychiatry Division of Human Genetics. Research will primarily focus on genetically-informed studies of substance use disorders (SUDs), psychiatric conditions, and other behavioral and lifestyle characteristics that impact human health using large datasets and biobanks including the Million Veteran Program (MVP), the SUD working group of Psychiatric Genomics Consortium (PGC-SUD), All of Us, Yale-Penn, UK Biobank, and 23andMe among others. The position is housed within a highly collaborative research Division with many other postdocs, research staff, and faculty including Drs Joel Gelernter, Daniel Levey, Janitza Montalvo-Ortiz, Renato Polimanti, and Hang Zhou. Opportunities to become involved with other areas of work will arise during the position, including support for pursuing specific research questions and career development funding if those are areas of interest.
Qualifications:
* M.D. or Ph.D in relevant discipline.
* Proficiency in R, Python, or related software and programming languages.
* Experience with big data, linux systems, and remote computing clusters.
* Knowledge of genome-wide approaches and other statistical methods.
* Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work effectively with local, national, and international collaborators.
Compensation:
Commensurate with Yale postdoctoral funding guidelines: $68,000 plus benefits. Support for attending conferences and presenting research also available.
Apply:
To apply, please send a CV, cover letter, and contact information for up to 3 references to Joseph.Deak@Yale.Edu.
The Kleinstein Lab (Program in Computational Biology and Biomedical Informatics) is seeking a highly motivated researcher in computational immunology to work in close collaboration with the Yildirim Lab to identify molecular signatures defining sickle cell disease (SCD) and reduced vaccine response by analysis of systems-level data profiling innate immunity and long-term adaptive immunity among children and adults with SCD. The position can be Associate Research Scientist (research rank faculty) or Postdoctoral Associate, depending on experience.
The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team with expertise in human immunology, vaccine response, sickle cell disease, antibody response, proteomics, and computational biology to carry out the proposed studies. The project is funded by multiple NIH grants, including the NIH Human Immunology Project Consortium (HIPC), a highly collaborative national network that the successful candidate will join. Available areas of research include both computational methods development (e.g., multi-omics, adaptive immune receptor repertoire sequencing (AIRR-seq), scRNA-seq+BCR/TCR) and applications to understanding disease and vaccination responses in SCD patients. Other areas of research focus that are consistent with the general themes of the labs are also possible.
The Kleinstein Lab pairs big data analyses with immunology domain expertise to better understand how the dynamic processes of the immune system drive the course of infection, vaccination and autoimmunity. The lab has developed many widely used analysis methods for high-throughput immune profiling data, particularly transcriptomic and B cell receptor repertoire sequencing data. They currently make available the widely-used Immcantation framework, a start-to-finish analytical ecosystem for high-throughput adaptive immune receptor repertoire sequencing (AIRR-seq) datasets.
The Yildirim Lab studies innate and adaptive immune signatures of vaccine response in vulnerable populations, such as transplant recipients and individuals with sickle cell disease, using different tools including multicolor flow cytometry, single cell mRNA transcriptomics (scRNA-seq), and quantitative/functional antibody assays. They conduct laboratory and field- based studies in low- and high-income settings globally and have experience in phase 1 to phase 3 clinical trials for vaccines against different pathogens such as pneumococci, pandemic and seasonal influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), EBOLA, SARS-CoV2, and Chikungunya virus.
The ideal candidate will have strong quantitative and programming abilities (ideally R and Python), along with an interest in applying these skills to problems in immunology/biology. A Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline is desired (Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, etc.). We are seeking a candidate with interpersonal skills and that thrives in a collaborative environment, fostering teamwork and open communication.
Interested candidates should send a CV and short description of research interests to: steven.kleinstein@yale.edu
Yale University is an affirmative Acton/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans and member of minority groups.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Foundations of Data Science Postdoc Opening
Yale’s Institute for Foundations of Data Science (FDS) is seeking applications for postdoctoral associate positions in Data Science. These will be generously supported postdoctoral positions, for one year and renewable up to 3 years, for scholars working on the foundations of data science. FDS postdocs can select multiple mentors from among the members of the institute, and can change their mentors during their fellowship. This is an opportunity to work with leading theorists as well as domain scientists who are eager to collaborate. A list of the members may be found on our web page, fds.yale.edu. Yale’s Data Science Initiative has supported the rapid growth of the departments of Statistics & Data Science and Computer Science, as well as many interdisciplinary activities in which the postdocs could participate, including a Data Intensive Social Science Center, a center for Biomedical Data Science, and the Schmidt Program on Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, and National Power.
Postdoctoral appointments typically begin in July to September, but other arrangements are possible. We will begin reviewing applications on November 18th, 2024. Applications received by then will receive full consideration. Funding: The starting annual salary for the postdoctoral fellows is $100,000. They will also be supplied with a $10,000 / year fund to cover travel and research expenses. 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. Please visit AcademicJobsOnline (position ID 29017) for further information and to apply for this position: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29017. Questions may be sent to FDS Managing Director Tom Keegan at thomas.keegan@yale.edu
Posting Date: 11/01/2024
Postdoctoral Associate position on Informatics, Data Science and Machine Learning in the Dr. Ohno-Machado Lab at Biomedical Informatics and Data Science, Yale University
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of Prof. Lucila Ohno-Machado, we seek to appoint full-time Postdoctoral Associates (two positions) in the areas of privacy-preserving health data sharing, artificial neural network models, evaluation of individualized predictions or estimates for individuals with diverse backgrounds, and promotion of health equity using AI models.
The Postdoctoral Associate will be responsible for co-developing and conducting research projects and studies, writing peer-reviewed articles, and formulating new research questions for future analysis. We are looking for individuals with a background in data science, computer science, biomedical informatics, or closely related fields who are interested in one of the above areas or their intersection with health sciences and healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
The highly motivated and successful candidate can expect significant intellectual autonomy coupled with supportive mentorship to develop and deliver novel and meaningful research in their area of interest. Through post-doctoral research the scientist will:
- Develop breakthrough and novel approaches in their interest area and evaluate them through real world applications.
- Design of programs addressing significant AI/ML challenges in medical applications
- Publish research papers in peer-reviewed journals or conferences in areas relevant to the study
- Collaborate with other Yale BIDS members to prepare and deliver conference presentations of research results
- Work on dissemination and outreach, including teaching opportunities if available at collaborative programs
- Develop and submit K99/R00 proposals or equivalent, with support from Prof. Ohno-Machado, to launch their independent scientific careers
Skills & Qualifications
- Recently completed a PhD in a related field. If PhD award is pending, letter from the thesis advisor should confirm that the award will be within 3 months of application.
- Proven record of publications and research outputs
- Specialization or demonstrated interest in the proposed area study
- Excellent writing skills demonstrated in research publications
- Collaborative work abilities demonstrated through public acknowledgement by others of their contributions.
- Ability to communicate effectively to the American scientific community (including funding agencies through proposal preparation)
- Interest in pursuing an academic career
Additional Information:
A Postdoctoral Associate position is an initial appointment of one year renewable upon satisfactory progress. Information on compensation can be found here. This is not a remote opportunity. The position is located at the Yale BIDS building located in New Haven, CT.
In accordance with university requirements, postdoctoral trainees in this position are expected to be on campus full time for in-person training.
To Apply
A relevant doctoral degree and research experience with a strong publication record are required.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and recruited on a rolling basis also till the positions are filled
Please send your application to bids.admin@yale.edu using the subject line “Ohno-Machado Postdoc Applicant,” and including the following documents:
- Cover letter explaining your background and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum), including contact information for 3 references.
- 3 reference letters.
- Most current CV (maximum 3 pages) including date of award for PhD.
- Short (500 - 1,000 words) proposal about the area research project you would like to develop at the Yale BIDS, indicating the problem to be addressed, the working hypothesis about the solution, and the methodology that may be used.
Attention to detail is important. Please submit your materials as PDF files and name them LastName-FirstName.coverletter.pdf, Lastname-FirstName.RefereeName.xxx (any common format), LastName-FirstName.CV.pdf, and LastName-FirstName.proposal.pdf
Do not contact Prof. Ohno-Machado directly about this position. This is a national search and the committee will contact you once your application is reviewed.
Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.
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Please see our portal for details on the People, Research, etc.
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.
Molecular Epidemiology of Cancer Post-doctoral Associate Opening at Yale School of Medicine, Division of Digestive Diseases
The Department of Medicine, Division of Digestive Diseases at Yale School of Medicine, is recruiting one highly motivated bioinformatics/molecular epidemiology postdoctoral associate (2-year appointment) to begin late Spring/Summer 2025, who aspires to become an independent academic researcher in cancer risk prediction and early detection of pancreatic cancer. This fellowship is supported by Veterans Affairs research funds from Dr. Louise Wang
The successful candidate will work primarily with Dr. Louise Wang on identifying high risk individuals at risk of developing pancreatic cancer to undergo targeted screening and surveillance and improve survival of this deadly disease. Specific topics include, but are not limited to (i) developing statistical and machine learning methods for study designs and decision-making in early detection of pancreatic cancer (ii) establishing strategies where it would be cost-effective to screen and (iii) incorporating multi-omics data to better identify at-risk individuals beyond lifestyle and environmental approaches alone. Our research program has developed the methodological expertise to carry out analyses in the oldest and largest longitudinal electronic health record (EHR) in the US, the Veteran Affairs EHR for millions of individuals. Our group also leads efforts to improve early detection of pancreatic cancer within the VA Million Veteran Program, the largest megabiobank in the world, which links the necessary longitudinal clinical data with germline genetics, epigenetics, and metabolomics.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who is interested in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment (bioinformatics, epidemiology, genetics, gastroenterology, oncology) and interacting with physician-scientists and scientists with diverse experiences.
Applicants should have a recent doctoral degree or will soon graduate (e.g., PhD, DrPH, MD/MPH) in Epidemiology, Nutrition, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Behavioral Sciences, Biostatistics, Genetics, or related disciplines in a regionally accredited U.S. university or foreign equivalent. A 2-year commitment is expected. Excellent programming skills (R or Python, Linux shell scripting) and experience with high performance computing in Linux environment is required. Yale University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.
Applicant Instructions:
Interested applicants should apply with a cover letter with research interests and goals, Curriculum Vitae, copies of all graduate school transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references. Please email louise.wang@yale.edu with your completed application and email titled: “Postdoctoral Application: Wang Lab”
Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Theoretical Condensed Matter and Quantum Science - Prof. John Sous
The Department of Applied Physics at Yale University seeks to fill a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Theoretical Condensed Matter and Quantum Science. The candidate will work jointly with Prof. John Sous. The starting time is negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience. The candidate is expected to work in theoretical condensed matter, quantum information science and related fields (e.g. correlated systems, light-matter interactions, non-equilibrium dynamics, quantum simulation with tensor networks, AI in physics and materials, etc.).
A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field is required. The initial appointment will be for one year, and is renewable for another one or two years, depending on the availability of funding and mutual agreement. Candidates with a strong research agenda and solid background in condensed matter, AI and/or quantum science are preferred.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, up to three scholarly publications, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be emailed to Prof. John Sous at john.sous@yale.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For further information about the position, please contact Prof. Sous. More information about our research can be found at https://www.johnsous.com.
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Postdoctoral Fellow Positions in Health Services Research
Position Description
The Yale School of Public Health, Department of Health Policy and Management, is seeking two postdoctoral fellows for its program in Health Services Research. These positions are open to scholars from any discipline with substantive interests relating to health and/or healthcare policy research. Applicants should have a strong publication record and demonstrated potential for future contributions to the field.
Postdoctoral fellows will work on their own research under the guidance of program faculty and participate in departmental research seminars. Fellows are also encouraged to become involved in the many faculty-directed research projects to develop their skills. More than forty faculty members from the Yale School of Public Health, Yale School of Medicine, Yale School of Nursing, and Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences are affiliated with the program.
Fellows are expected to focus on developing their research skills and writing for publication. Those interested in careers with substantial teaching can explore the many offerings available at the Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/Postdocs .
This program provides financial support (stipend and research-related funds) for fellows through a training grant provided by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, and permanent residents are eligible for funding under this grant. Funding levels for stipends are based on prior experience, following guidelines set by AHRQ.
Please visit the following site to learn more about the Health Policy and Management Department: https://publichealth.yale.edu/research_practice/departments/hpm/
Qualifications
Individuals with previous research backgrounds acquired during PhD or MD education are eligible to apply for one- or two-year postdoctoral fellowships.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following to: http://apply.interfolio.com/155188
- a cover letter,
- CV,
- research paper, and
- two reference letters.
In the cover letter, please include the names of two Yale faculty members who might be appropriate mentors for you; one should be a member of the faculty of the Yale School of Public Health. Please indicate whether you have been in contact with them and what makes these particular matches seem promising for your research agenda. Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2025, and will continue until successful candidates are identified.
For questions, contact: Mark Schlesinger, PhD at mark.schlesinger@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 on Informatics, Data Science and Machine Learning in the Dr. Ohno-Machado Lab at Biomedical Informatics and Data Science, Yale University
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of Prof. Lucila Ohno-Machado, we seek to appoint full-time Postdoctoral Associates (two positions) in the areas of privacy-preserving health data sharing, artificial neural network models, evaluation of individualized predictions or estimates for individuals with diverse backgrounds, and promotion of health equity using AI models.
The Postdoctoral Associate will be responsible for co-developing and conducting research projects and studies, writing peer-reviewed articles, and formulating new research questions for future analysis. We are looking for individuals with a background in data science, computer science, biomedical informatics, or closely related fields who are interested in one of the above areas or their intersection with health sciences and healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
The highly motivated and successful candidate can expect significant intellectual autonomy coupled with supportive mentorship to develop and deliver novel and meaningful research in their area of interest. Through post-doctoral research the scientist will:
- Develop breakthrough and novel approaches in their interest area and evaluate them through real world applications.
- Design of programs addressing significant AI/ML challenges in medical applications
- Publish research papers in peer-reviewed journals or conferences in areas relevant to the study
- Collaborate with other Yale BIDS members to prepare and deliver conference presentations of research results
- Work on dissemination and outreach, including teaching opportunities if available at collaborative programs
- Develop and submit K99/R00 proposals or equivalent, with support from Prof. Ohno-Machado, to launch their independent scientific careers
Skills & Qualifications
- Recently completed a PhD in a related field. If PhD award is pending, letter from the thesis advisor should confirm that the award will be within 3 months of application.
- Proven record of publications and research outputs
- Specialization or demonstrated interest in the proposed area study
- Excellent writing skills demonstrated in research publications
- Collaborative work abilities demonstrated through public acknowledgement by others of their contributions.
- Ability to communicate effectively to the American scientific community (including funding agencies through proposal preparation)
- Interest in pursuing an academic career
Additional Information:
A Postdoctoral Associate position is an initial appointment of one year renewable upon satisfactory progress. Information on compensation can be found here. This is not a remote opportunity. The position is located at the Yale BIDS building located in New Haven, CT.
In accordance with university requirements, postdoctoral trainees in this position are expected to be on campus full time for in-person training.
To Apply
A relevant doctoral degree and research experience with a strong publication record are required.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and recruited on a rolling basis also till the positions are filled
Please send your application to bids.admin@yale.edu using the subject line “Ohno-Machado Postdoc Applicant,” and including the following documents:
- Cover letter explaining your background and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum), including contact information for 3 references.
- 3 reference letters.
- Most current CV (maximum 3 pages) including date of award for PhD.
- Short (500 - 1,000 words) proposal about the area research project you would like to develop at the Yale BIDS, indicating the problem to be addressed, the working hypothesis about the solution, and the methodology that may be used.
Attention to detail is important. Please submit your materials as PDF files and name them LastName-FirstName.coverletter.pdf, Lastname-FirstName.RefereeName.xxx (any common format), LastName-FirstName.CV.pdf, and LastName-FirstName.proposal.pdf
Do not contact Prof. Ohno-Machado directly about this position. This is a national search and the committee will contact you once your application is reviewed.
Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.
ABOUT BIDS
Please see our portal for details on the People, Research, etc.
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.
Department and School: Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine) and Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Yale School of Medicine
Anticipated Appointment Dates: ASAP
Email/Website: jennifer.kwan@yale.edu and nicha.chitphakdithai@yale.edu
Introduction of the School/Department
Yale School of Medicine educates and nurtures creative leaders in medicine and science, promoting curiosity and critical inquiry in an inclusive environment enriched by diversity. We advance discovery and innovation fostered by partnerships across the university, our local community, and the world.
The Dvornek from Radiology and Biomedical Imaging and Kwan Labs from Cardiovascular Medicine are jointly seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual at the
postdoctoral level. This position will involve the development and implementation of novel
algorithms for analyzing cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data. The aim of the research
project is to accurately identify MRI features that predict Clonal Hematopoiesis of Indeterminate
Potential (CHIP) and associated adverse cardiovascular outcomes in cancer and non-cancer
patients.
Location of labs: Dana Clinic Building and Alyan Center
Responsibilities: include closely collaborating with all members of the team, developing, training, testing, and interpreting predictive models on large imaging datasets, leading authorship of publications, presenting results at international meetings, and mentoring students in the lab.
Details on Mentoring and Responsibilities: The selected candidate will work as part of an integrated team under the direction of Drs. Nicha Dvornek and Jennifer Kwan. Dr. Dvornek is an Assistant Professor in the Image Processing and Analysis Group, within the Bioimaging Sciences Division of the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging. Her group is focused on the scientific study, development, and application of novel image analysis and machine learning techniques to solve clinical problems in biomedical imaging. Dr. Kwan is an Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular Medicine. Her lab works on translational research to understand the mechanisms behind how CHIP, a condition of aging, and other novel somatic variants may impact cardiovascular health using a multi-omics approach. She is also a clinical cardiac MRI reader and does research that integrates imaging and genomics using artificial intelligence.
Qualifications:
- PhD (in hand or about to be obtained) in biomedical engineering, computer science,
electrical engineering, biomedical informatics, or related fields.
- Strong programming skills, with experience in Python.
- Demonstrated experience in developing deep learning algorithms and training models on large image datasets.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications.
Optional Information
- Application Instructions: Interested individuals should email their CV, 1 page cover letter including research statement and start date availability, and a representative publication to both, nicha.dvornek@yale.edu and jennifer.kwan@yale.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Postdoctoral Associate - Yale University School of Medicine
Position Description:
We are looking for a postdoctoral associate to join the Yale PET Center with focus on preclinical and clinical PET/CT and PET/MR imaging for cardiac applications.
Responsibilities involve working with preclinical large animal models, preclinical and clinical PET imaging, image analysis, kinetic modeling, data analysis, and results dissemination. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to receive extensive training in all areas by experts in the different fields. Primary mentors will be Drs. Marc Normandin and Felicitas Bijari, Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have some prior hands-on experience in preclinical PET/CT or PET/MR imaging and kinetic modeling. However, interested candidates with a strong computational background and interest in getting involved in medical imaging and preclinical models are also strongly encouraged to apply. A PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, or a related field is required. The successful candidate will be expected to plan PET imaging studies, conduct them together with a team of other scientists and research technicians, and lead the data analysis. They will be trained by their mentors on all different aspects of their work. Besides cardiac PET studies, the successful candidate will – based on their research interest – have the option of participating in other PET studies as well.
Yale is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and members of minority groups are encouraged.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward a CV, contact information for 3 references, and a statement of research interests to Marc Normandin (marc.normandin@yale.edu) and Felicitas Bijari (felicitas.bijari@yale.edu). The start date is flexible. Salary will be based on the standard NIH pay scale.
Postdoctoral Associate positions in the Digital Ethics Center (DEC), Yale University
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of Prof. Luciano Floridi, the Digital Ethics Center (DEC) at Yale University seeks to appoint full-time Postdoctoral Associates to join this multidisciplinary center. The Postdoctoral Associates will be responsible for developing research projects and studies, writing peer-reviewed articles, and formulating new research questions for future analysis. We are looking for individuals with interest and experience in (a) addressing the human, societal, and environmental issues brought about by the development of digital technology (from the Web and social media to AI and robotics), (b) informing and steering policy and legal debates nationally and internationally on these issues, and (c) deepening their expertise to transition to their independent research careers.
The successful candidate can expect significant intellectual autonomy coupled with supportive mentorship to develop and deliver novel and meaningful research in the Governance, Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (GELSI) of digital technologies in the following areas (in alphabetical order):
- computer science and its GELSI;
- computer games and their GELSI
- cyberwar, cyberconflicts, and their GELSI;
- data science and its GELSI;
- digital economy, especially the GELSI of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, Insurtech, DEFI, game theory and online behavior (e.g., digital advertisement, recommender systems), changing nature of work, gig economy, app economy, network effect;
- digital ethics, including computer ethics, cyber ethics, ethics of AI, information ethics, machine ethics; roboethics;
- e-art, digital art, new aesthetics, NFT, and their GELSI
- e-health, digital welfare, well-being, and their GELSI;
- HCI and its GELSI;
- human rights, human dignity, digital divide, UN SDG;
- information, disinformation, misinformation, deepfakes, fake news, censorship, propaganda, the future of journalism and media, and their GELSI
- law and regulations concerning digital technologies, especially AI and copyright, patent, IP, antitrust, AI auditing, AI legislation;
- network theory and its GELSI
- political science, especially digital democracy (e-democracy, democracy in digital society), agile governance, platform governance, digital geopolitics, digital sovereignty;
- smart cities, twin cities, digital urbanization, and their GELSI
- social data science, especially FAccT*ML issues;
- security (including dark web, ransomware, surveillance) and its GELSI;
- virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive reality, metaverse, XR, and their GELSI.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse significant GELSI of digital technologies
- Design of qualitative or quantitative studies addressing significant GELSI of digital technologies
- Publish research papers in international peer-reviewed journals or conferences in areas relevant to the study of the GELSI of digital technologies, possibly in collaboration with other DEC members.
- Collaborate with other DEC members to prepare and deliver conference presentations of research results.
- Work on dissemination and outreach
- Edit research outputs (e.g., edited volumes or conference proceedings)
Skills & Qualifications
- Recently completed a PhD in relevant fields, including but not limited to: anthropology, computer science, data science, economics, ethics, jurisprudence, mass media, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology.
- Proven record of publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage
- Knowledge or experience of normative analysis
- Specialization or demonstrated interest in the study of GELSI of digital technologies
- Excellent writing skills demonstrated in research publications
- Exceptional project management skills
- Competence in quantitative or quantitative methods
- Ability to communicate effectively (e.g., through writing, presentations) with different audiences (research community, general public, policymakers)
Additional Information:
The Postdoctoral Associate position is envisaged to last up to four years, with an initial appointment of one year renewable upon satisfactory progress. Compensation is determined by experience. More information can be found here. This is not a remote opportunity. The position is located at the Digital Ethics Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT.
In accordance with university requirements, postdoctoral trainees in this position are expected to be on campus full time for in-person training.
To Apply
A relevant doctoral degree and research experience with a strong publication record are required. We welcome candidates who add to the diversity of the center.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through January 10, 2025. The anticipated start date is in Spring 2025
Please send your application to dec@yale.edu, using the subject line “Postdoc Applicant,” and including the following documents:
- Cover letter explaining your background and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum), including contact information for 3 references.
- Most current CV (maximum 3 pages);
- A peer-reviewed, published article; and
- Short (ca. 2,000 words long) proposal about a GELSI research project you would like to develop at the DEC, indicating the problem to be addressed, the working hypothesis about the solution, and the methodology that may be used.
Please submit your materials as PDF files and name them LastName-FirstName.coverletter.pdf, LastName-FirstName.CV.pdf, and LastName-FirstName.proposal.pdf
Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview, possibly followed by an invitation for a 20-minute presentation, and a request to submit two letters of recommendation.
ABOUT THE DIGITAL ETHICS CENTER AT YALE
The Digital Ethics Center (DEC) at Yale University investigates and evaluates the Governance, Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (GELSI) of digital technologies and the profound impact of the digital age on human life, society, and the environment, striving to influence the direction of technological development towards a more ethical and sustainable future. The DEC aims to identify and enhance the benefits of digital innovation and technologies while mitigating their risks and shortcomings. As part of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the DEC draws from many disciplines, including fields such as AI, anthropology, biomedical ethics, computer science, cybersecurity, data science, economics, epistemology, ethics, ethnography, information theory, Internet studies, law, mathematical logic, management studies, multimedia studies, philosophy, political science, sociology, and statistics and data science. Through its multidisciplinary approach and translational research, the Digital Ethics Center (DEC) aims to provide actionable recommendations and strategies for stakeholders, policymakers, technology experts, and society at large. In doing so, it strives to ensure that the progress of digital technology promotes fundamental human rights, supports the flourishing of all environments, and aligns with the common good.
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.
Position: Postdoctoral Associate
Employer: Inclusion Economics at Yale University
Location: New Haven, CT, USA
Inclusion Economics at Yale University, led by Professor Rohini Pande, Henry J. Heinz II Professor of Economics and Director of the Yale Economic Growth Center and Yale Inclusion Economics, seeks an exceptional candidate as Postdoctoral Associate for the 2025-2026 academic year. This opportunity is for a one-year, full-time residential postdoctoral research fellowship, with possibility for renewal for one additional year.
The Role:
This Yale Inclusion Economics (YIE) Postdoctoral Associate position will provide an excellent opportunity for an early career economist or political scientist to develop top-tier research with mentorship by Professor Rohini Pande and additional Principal Investigators at top economics programs. Ideal candidates will have experience and a track record developing research in one of two core research areas, Gender and Environment/Climate Change, along with solid analytical and team skills. The selected candidate(s) will gain first-hand experience conducting development economics research while contributing to an agreed upon YIE project portfolio and building their own research portfolio.
The Postdoctoral Associate will support research within the YIE portfolio that matches the candidate’s interest, experience, and skills. Responsibilities span the entire research pipeline and include supporting research design and implementation; overseeing data collection and analysis; interacting with internal (postgraduate fellows, research staff based in our affiliated country offices) and external stakeholders (including policymakers, donors, and other academics); supporting fundraising efforts; cleaning, processing and analyzing data; and writing papers, reports, briefs, and so on. This position requires a self-starting candidate with proven expertise in applied development economics research and interest in aligned research. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and complies with the Yale Office of Postdoctoral Affairs compensation policy and includes a benefits package.
Who We Are:
Inclusion Economics at Yale University is a policy-engaged research initiative based out of the Economic Growth Center and the MacMillan Center, collaborating with Inclusion Economics India Centre at IFMR and Inclusion Economics Nepal at Governance Lab – as well as colleagues at other leading universities. We draw upon economics, political science, and related fields to conduct cutting-edge research to understand how policy can promote inclusive, accountable economies and societies. Our core research focuses on gender as it relates to labor economics and broader economic empowerment, political economy and governance, and environmental economics. We also aim to build a culture of evidence and increase data literacy in the public sector, strengthening leaders’ ability to identify and implement evidence-informed policies. Throughout the research life cycle, we engage closely with policy counterparts to ensure we address questions of immediate relevance, and we regularly communicate data-driven insights with policy counterparts and the general public.
Responsibilities:
- In collaboration with the research team, oversee and guide country-based teams implementing technical aspects of assigned research studies, including intervention implementation, and contributing to field-based scoping, survey design, survey testing, data quality monitoring, and more.
- Conduct econometric analysis under the direction of senior researchers.
- Manage relationships with collaborating institutions, including data collection firms, policy counterparts and potential donors.
- Compile, assess and synthesize research into relevant outputs with guidance and oversight of Yale-affiliated research faculty.
- Provide appropriate inputs and support for administrative requirements of the project portfolio, upon request, particularly related to grant proposals, reports, and related study deliverables.
- Contribute to overall management and strategic vision by identifying new research projects and partners and applying for additional sources of funding in partnership with research team.
Basic Qualifications:
- PhD in economics, public policy, political science, statistics, econometrics or related field by the start of the appointment
- Advanced coursework in empirical methods, including econometrics and economics, with strong demonstrated academic performance
- Solid understanding of research design and experience with data collection and field work and excellent attention to detail
- Proven analytical skills and proficiency in Stata and/or R; experience in Python a plus
- Capacity to maintain an organized and structured work style in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adapt to quickly to changing environments
- Strong interpersonal skills, and willingness to interact with a wide range of individuals ranging from Research Associates to academics, donors, research institutions, etc.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Willingness to travel and spend significant time at research project sites, as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to independently drive research projects and produce independent, high-quality original empirical research in mutually agreed upon areas
- Field research management experience in international development or related field
- Proven success in fundraising for relevant research area
- Demonstrated interest in economics, climate change/environmental economics, and policy in South Asia and/or Sub-Saharan Africa
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted online via Interfolio. To apply, please visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/156574
Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, academic transcripts, and writing sample. Letters of reference are not required at the initial stage but will be requested later. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
To view other open positions, visit the Inclusion Economics Opportunities jobs page.
Yale is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, students, and staff and encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds, particularly women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who have been historically underrepresented in the field of economics.
The Hayman Lab, led by Thomas Hayman, MD, PhD, in the Department of Therapeutic Radiology at Yale University is recruiting a highly motivated and creative postdoctoral fellow. We are a cancer biology lab that is focused on utilizing genetic approaches to understand and exploit resistance mechanisms to DNA damage.
Our research program has a particular interest in studying the interplay between the cell intrinsic immune machinery and DNA damage and repair processes using in vitro cell models, genetic screens (such as CRISPR and RNA interference), and animal models. We have a strong translational focus that is founded in a preclinical mechanistic understanding of basic biological processes with the ultimate goal of shaping these discoveries into therapeutic strategies for cancer patients.
We are seeking a candidate who will contribute to the discovery and translation of biological processes that modulate tumor responses to DNA damaging therapies (e.g. radiation) and immunotherapy. Interested applicants should hold a PhD., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. with considerable laboratory experience and a strong background in cancer biology, molecular biology, genetics, radiation biology or other related fields. Prior experience with in vivo animal tumor models, CRISPR/Cas9, IF/IHC and DNA damage assays is highly desired, but not a requirement. The candidate should be self-motivated and have a proven track record of productivity. Excellent written and oral communication skills are expected.
How to Apply:
Candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter detailing research interests and career goals, and contact information for three references to Dr. Thomas Hayman (thomas.hayman@yale.edu). Yale University is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its faculty, students, and staff.
Postdoctoral Associate in Social Data Science positions in the Digital Ethics Center (DEC), Yale University
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of Prof. Luciano Floridi, the Digital Ethics Center (DEC) at Yale University seeks to appoint full-time Postdoctoral Associate in Social Data Science to join this multidisciplinary center. The Postdoctoral Associate will be responsible for developing research projects and studies, writing peer-reviewed articles, and formulating new research questions for future analysis. We are looking for individuals with a background in social data science, who are interested in (a) addressing the human, societal, and environmental issues brought about by the development of digital technology (from the Web and social media to AI and robotics), (b) informing and steering policy and legal debates nationally and internationally on these issues, and (c) deepening their expertise to transition to their independent research careers.
The successful candidate can expect significant intellectual autonomy coupled with supportive mentorship to develop and deliver novel and meaningful research in the Governance, Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (GELSI) of digital technologies in the following areas (in alphabetical order):
- computer science and its GELSI;
- computer games and their GELSI
- cyberwar, cyberconflicts, and their GELSI;
- data science and its GELSI;
- digital economy, especially the GELSI of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, Insurtech, DEFI, game theory and online behavior (e.g., digital advertisement, recommender systems), changing nature of work, gig economy, app economy, network effect;
- digital ethics, including computer ethics, cyber ethics, ethics of AI, information ethics, machine ethics; roboethics;
- e-art, digital art, new aesthetics, NFT, and their GELSI
- e-health, digital welfare, well-being, and their GELSI;
- HCI and its GELSI;
- human rights, human dignity, digital divide, UN SDG;
- information, disinformation, misinformation, deepfakes, fake news, censorship, propaganda, the future of journalism and media, and their GELSI
- law and regulations concerning digital technologies, especially AI and copyright, patent, IP, antitrust, AI auditing, AI legislation;
- network theory and its GELSI
- political science, especially digital democracy (e-democracy, democracy in digital society), agile governance, platform governance, digital geopolitics, digital sovereignty;
- smart cities, twin cities, digital urbanization, and their GELSI
- social data science, especially FAccT*ML issues;
- security (including dark web, ransomware, surveillance) and its GELSI;
- virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive reality, metaverse, XR, and their GELSI.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse significant GELSI of digital technologies
- Design of qualitative or quantitative studies addressing significant GELSI of digital technologies
- Publish research papers in international peer-reviewed journals or conferences in areas relevant to the study of the GELSI of digital technologies, possibly in collaboration with other DEC members.
- Collaborate with other DEC members to prepare and deliver conference presentations of research results.
- Work on dissemination and outreach
- Edit research outputs (e.g., edited volumes or conference proceedings)
Skills & Qualifications
- Recently completed a PhD in computer science, data science, political science, sociology or related field.
- Proven record of publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage
- Knowledge or experience of quantitative and normative analysis
- Specialization or demonstrated interest in the study of GELSI of digital technologies
- Excellent writing skills demonstrated in research publications
- Exceptional project management skills
- Competence in quantitative or quantitative methods
- Ability to communicate effectively (e.g., through writing, presentations) with different audiences (research community, general public, policymakers)
Additional Information:
The Postdoctoral Associate position is envisaged to last up to four years, with an initial appointment of one year renewable upon satisfactory progress. Compensation is determined by experience. More information can be found here. This is not a remote opportunity. The position is located at the Digital Ethics Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT.
In accordance with university requirements, postdoctoral trainees in this position are expected to be on campus full time for in-person training.
To Apply
A relevant doctoral degree and research experience with a strong publication record are required. We welcome candidates who add to the diversity of the center.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through January 10, 2025. The anticipated start date is in Spring 2025
Please send your application to dec@yale.edu, using the subject line “Social Data Science Postdoc Applicant,” and including the following documents:
- Cover letter explaining your background and motivation for the position (2 pages maximum), including contact information for 3 references.
- Most current CV (maximum 3 pages);
- A peer-reviewed, published article; and
- Short (ca. 2,000 words long) proposal about a GELSI research project you would like to develop at the DEC, indicating the problem to be addressed, the working hypothesis about the solution, and the methodology that may be used.
Please submit your materials as PDF files and name them LastName-FirstName.coverletter.pdf, LastName-FirstName.CV.pdf, and LastName-FirstName.proposal.pdf
Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview, possibly followed by an invitation for a 20-minute presentation, and a request to submit two letters of recommendation.
ABOUT THE DIGITAL ETHICS CENTER AT YALE
The Digital Ethics Center (DEC) at Yale University investigates and evaluates the Governance, Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (GELSI) of digital technologies and the profound impact of the digital age on human life, society, and the environment, striving to influence the direction of technological development towards a more ethical and sustainable future. The DEC aims to identify and enhance the benefits of digital innovation and technologies while mitigating their risks and shortcomings. As part of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the DEC draws from many disciplines, including fields such as AI, anthropology, biomedical ethics, computer science, cybersecurity, data science, economics, epistemology, ethics, ethnography, information theory, Internet studies, law, mathematical logic, management studies, multimedia studies, philosophy, political science, sociology, and statistics and data science. Through its multidisciplinary approach and translational research, the Digital Ethics Center (DEC) aims to provide actionable recommendations and strategies for stakeholders, policymakers, technology experts, and society at large. In doing so, it strives to ensure that the progress of digital technology promotes fundamental human rights, supports the flourishing of all environments, and aligns with the common good.
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 Research Position in Interdisciplinary Youth Suicide Research
Background
The Cha Lab, led by Dr. Christine Cha and based at Yale School of Medicine, harnesses interdisciplinary research to improve assessment and prevention of youth suicide. Established nearly a decade ago at Columbia University (as ‘Laboratory for Clinical and Developmental Studies’), the Cha Lab has launched its inaugural year at Yale in dual affiliation with the Yale Child Study Center and the Yale Center for Brain and Mind Health (CBMH). Originally rooted in clinical psychological science, the Cha Lab strives to embody the mission of CBMH: “to bridge existing departments, levels of analysis, and disciplinary boundaries and focus on areas of clinical and translational neuroscience that are broader than any single condition.” Pilot data collection will harness varying methodologies ranging from ecological momentary assessment (EMA) and behavioral measures to neuroimaging and psychophysiology among suicidal youth and their parents/guardians.
Position Description
The Cha Lab is seeking a postdoctoral associate to conduct interdisciplinary research pertaining to youth suicide. The postdoctoral associate will work closely with Dr. Christine Cha as their primary research mentor. While honing their expertise in youth suicide across in the Cha lab, the postdoctoral associate will be expected to establish a radically innovative line of research pertaining to youth suicide and engage in data collection, data analysis, manuscript preparation, grant writing, as well as training and co-supervision of Cha Lab research staff. Beyond regular meetings pertaining to research projects, Dr. Cha will meet weekly with the postdoctoral associate to focus on their professional development. The postdoctoral associate will be encouraged to attend seminars/events affiliated with the Yale Child Study Center (e.g., Grand Rounds) and Yale Center for Brain and Mind Health (e.g., Research Symposia). Salary is $68,000/year + benefits. A minimum 1-year commitment is expected, with funding available for up to 1 additional year (2 years total).
- PhD in Clinical Psychology or related discipline
- Strong quantitative skills, particularly in multilevel modeling
- Prior experience with passive sensing and experience sampling methodology
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Eagerness to gain expertise in youth suicide risk assessment and management
- Exceptional research skills (scientific writing, data analysis, data management, attention to detail)
- Experience with clinical care settings
- Experience working with children/adolescents and their parents/guardians
Process to Apply
To apply, interested individuals should submit a cover letter, CV, 2 sample publications, and contact information for 3 references directly to Dr. Cha (christine.cha@yale.edu) with the subject line “Cha Lab – Research PostDOC” in the subject line. The cover letter should include a description of interdisciplinary fit with youth suicide research and ideal duration of commitment. Applications are requested by December 1, 2024, with an intended start date of July 1, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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.
CEAS Postdoctoral Associate in Modern Chinese History 1. Number of Positions: 1 2. Salary: Starting at $72,800. 3. Funding: GE016730 4. Position Description: |
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Position Title |
Council on East Asian Studies: Postdoctoral Associate in Modern Chinese History Position |
Location |
New Haven, CT |
Position Type |
Fellowship |
Open Date |
Oct 14, 2024 |
Close Date |
Jan 3, 2025 |
Position Description |
The Council on East Asian Studies at Yale University invites applications for the Postdoctoral Associate in Modern Chinese History for an appointment period from July 1st 2025 – June 30th 2026. We seek scholars specializing in modern Chinese history; at least half of the candidate’s dissertation must concern post-1911 China. The successful candidate will be expected to teach one or two courses depending on the needs of the department. Housed in the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, the Council on East Asian Studies provides an important interdisciplinary forum at Yale for academic exploration and support for the study of East Asia, bringing together scholars who specialize in, across, and beyond China, Japan, and Korea. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and complies with the Yale Office of Postdoctoral Affairs compensation policy and includes a benefits package. |
Qualifications |
Requirements: Ph.D. awarded between 2022 and June 15, 2025 specializing in post-1911 Chinese history; remain in residence for duration of appointment; during appointment revise doctoral dissertation or complete research project resulting in publishable manuscript; provide one lecture as part of the CEAS Postdoctoral Associates Lecture Series; and teach at least one undergraduate course on modern China. |
Application Instructions |
To apply, please submit cover letter, CV, dissertation abstract (250 words), Two (2) course syllabi (for a seminar and a lecture class on post-1911 Chinese history), statement regarding intended research project (no more than 2500 words), writing sample (no more than 30 pages), and 3 letters of recommendation. The writing sample can be a dissertation chapter, journal article, or other such academic paper. Letters of recommendation must be uploaded via a dossier service or from the recommenders directly. Please be sure that your recommenders address your teaching abilities in their letters. Names of references will not be accepted in lieu of confidential letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted online through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/157162 |
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
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. |
Required Documents |
Cover Letter (1) C.V. (1) Dissertation Abstract (1) Proposed lecture class syllabus (1) Proposed seminar syllabus (1) Research Statement (1) Writing Sample (1) Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation (3) |
CEAS Postdoctoral Associates Position
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Position Title |
Council on East Asian Studies: Postdoctoral Associates Position |
Location |
New Haven, CT |
Position Type |
Fellowship |
Open Date |
Oct 14, 2024 |
Close Date |
Jan 3, 2025 |
Position Description |
The Yale University Council on East Asian Studies seeks applications for up to four Postdoctoral Associates for an appointment period from July 1st, 2025 – June 30th, 2027. Inaugurated in the 1999-2000 academic year, the Postdoctoral Associates Program at the Council on East Asian Studies provides promising scholars specializing in East Asia two years at Yale University during which they can prepare their dissertations for publication, pursue research projects, gain experience teaching advanced seminars to undergraduates, and utilize Yale’s resources. Proposals with single region or transregional emphasis on China, Japan, and/or Korea are welcome. Housed in the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, the Council on East Asian Studies provides an important interdisciplinary forum at Yale for academic exploration and support for the study of East Asia, bringing together scholars who specialize in, across, and beyond China, Japan, and Korea. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and complies with the Yale Office of Postdoctoral Affairs compensation policy and includes a benefits package. For more information and complete application requirements, please visit https://macmillan.yale.edu/eastasia/postdoctoral-program. |
Qualifications |
Requirements: Ph.D. awarded between 2022 and June 15, 2025 in any field specializing in East Asia; remain in residence for duration of appointment; during appointment revise doctoral dissertation or complete research project resulting in publishable manuscript; provide one lecture as part of the CEAS Postdoctoral Associates Lecture Series; and teach one undergraduate course for majors in East Asian studies. Proposals with single region or transregional emphasis on China, Japan, and/or Korea are welcome. |
Application Instructions |
To apply, please submit cover letter, CV, dissertation abstract (250 words), course proposal, statement regarding intended research project (no more than 2500 words), writing sample (no more than 30 pages), and 3 letters of recommendation by Friday, January 3, 2025. The writing sample can be a dissertation chapter, journal article, or other such academic paper. Letters of recommendation must be uploaded via a dossier service or from the recommenders directly. Please be sure that your recommenders address your teaching abilities in their letters. Names of references will not be accepted in lieu of confidential letters of recommendation. No late applications will be accepted. All application materials must be submitted online through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/156588 |
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
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. |
Required Documents |
Cover Letter (1) C.V. (1) Dissertation Abstract (1) Course Proposal (1) Research Statement (1) Writing Sample (1) Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation (3) |
CEAS Postdoctoral Associate in Central Asian Studies Position
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Position Title |
Council on East Asian Studies: Postdoctoral Associate in Central Asian Studies Position |
Location |
New Haven, CT |
Position Type |
Fellowship (In Interfolio) |
Open Date |
Oct 14, 2024 |
Close Date |
Jan 3, 2025 |
Position Description |
The Yale University Council on East Asian Studies seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Central Asian Studies for an appointment period from July 1st, 2025 – June 30th, 2026. We seek scholars specializing in any aspect of Central Asian Studies working from any disciplinary perspective, including but not limited to anthropology, art history, history, literature, philosophy, political science, religious studies, or sociology. Priority is given to scholars focusing on Xinjiang. Housed in the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, the Council on East Asian Studies provides an important interdisciplinary forum at Yale for academic exploration and support for the study of East Asia, bringing together scholars who specialize in, across, and beyond China, Japan, and Korea. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and complies with the Yale Office of Postdoctoral Affairs compensation policy and includes a benefits package. |
Qualifications |
Requirements: Ph.D. awarded between 2022 and June 15, 2025 in any field specializing in Central Asia; remain in residence for duration of appointment; during appointment revise doctoral dissertation or complete research project resulting in publishable manuscript; provide one lecture as part of the CEAS Postdoctoral Associates Lecture Series; and teach one undergraduate course. |
Application Instructions |
To apply, please submit cover letter, CV, dissertation abstract (250 words), course syllabus, statement regarding intended research project (no more than 2500 words), writing sample (no more than 30 pages), and 3 letters of recommendation by Friday, January 3, 2025. The writing sample can be a dissertation chapter, journal article, or other such academic paper. Letters of recommendation must be uploaded via a dossier service or from the recommenders directly. Please be sure that your recommenders address your teaching abilities in their letters. Names of references will not be accepted in lieu of confidential letters of recommendation. No late applications will be accepted. All application materials must be submitted online through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/157165 |
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
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. |
Required Documents |
Cover Letter (1) C.V. (1) Dissertation Abstract (1) Course Syllabus (1) Research Statement (1) Writing Sample (1) Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation (3) |
Program in Agrarian Studies, Yale University
Postdoctoral Associates for 2025-2026
The Agrarian Studies Program will appoint three postdoctoral associates for the 2025-2026 academic year, chosen for the promise of their research. Housed in the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, the Program in Agrarian Studies at Yale fosters the interdisciplinary study of agrarian societies, historically and across the world. We aim to be the crossroads for the best work in the humanities, the social sciences, environmental studies, and related professional fields that breathes new life into the study of farmers, agriculture, and rural society and captures the texture of lived experience as well contributing to theoretical and conceptual advances.
The postdoctoral associates will be required to be in residence for the 2025-2026 academic year, present a paper, and attend the weekly colloquium. Emerging scholars are encouraged to apply and established scholars may also apply. Applications from knowledgeable activists and public intellectuals whose work on rural life transcends the academy may also be considered. Graduate students who are working on their doctoral degrees may apply, but fellowship recipients must have completed their PhD dissertations and present proof that they have received their doctoral degree. Postdoctoral Associates are expected to be in residence in New Haven, Connecticut, for the full academic year so that they can take an active part in the intellectual exchange with other members of the Program. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and complies with the Yale Office of Postdoctoral Affairs compensation policy and includes a benefits package.
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 due date for a first-stage application for 2025–2026 Associates is Friday, January 3, 2025 at midnight EST. This is a firm deadline. First-stage applications require a two-page proposal and a two-page CV. If more is submitted, the selection committee will only read the first two pages of each of these two documents. Applicants short-listed for the second stage will be asked to send no more than 25 pages of a writing sample and two letters from their referees. For details on Agrarian Studies, please consult the website: https://agrarianstudies.macmillan.yale.edu/
To apply, click here: https://apply.interfolio.com/154341
All inquiries should be addressed to:
Program in Agrarian Studies
MacMillan Center, Yale University
Box 208206, New Haven, CT 06520-8206, USA
Campus address: 230 Prospect Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Email agrarian.studies@yale.edu
Postdoctoral Associate in Computational Neuroscience at Yale
The Post-Doctoral Associate will develop predictive, gene-regulatory networks linked to Parkinson’s and other neurological diseases in the Neurogenomics Lab at the Adams Center of Yale School of Medicine. Working with Dr. Clemens Scherzer and our compute group, the Associate will delineate human multi-omics and multi-modal atlases of Parkinson’s disease, and identify causal genes and variants using xQTL analysis and integrating our data sets from hundreds of brains (sn-RNAseq, sn-ATAC-seq, sn-long-read PacBio RNAseq, high-resolution spatial transcriptomics with Visium and Xenium, personal whole genomes, clinical phenotypes) and thousands of patients (whole genomes, RNAseq, proteomics, metabolomics, longitudinal clinicometrics). We have an expert multi-disciplinary Center dedicated to precision medicine, and teams of compute, neuroscience, and clinical experts. We have multi-year funding for this position from our Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s disease (ASAP), NIH, and the Yale Adams Center. Read more about our work at https://www.scherzerlaboratory.org | https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/precision-medicine-for-parkinsons-disease-is-focus-of-new-yale-center/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/clemens-scherzer-md-812b72130/
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant quantitative field (e.g. CS, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computational Biology), a strong background in machine learning and a keen interest in neurobiology. Previous experience in topics such as gene-regulatory networks, xQTL analysis (splicing, expression, chromatin accessibility, dynamic, etc. QTLs), spatial transcriptomics, and/or integration of multi-modal, multi-omics data sets would be an asset for these positions. The positions are ideal for bioinformatics experts as well as for candidates with an expert programming background who are looking to move into computational biology.
Applicants should send a CV including a list of publications, programming languages, a statement of research interests, two letters of recommendation, contact information for three referees to clemens.scherzer@yale.edu and corinne.brewi@yale.edu.
Postdoctoral Researcher in the Safdar Lab (Department of Emergency Medicine)
Posting Date: September 15, 2024
The Safdar Lab in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine is excited to announce an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate sex and gender differences in acute clinical care, with a focus on the cardiovascular domain and COVID-19. This position provides a unique opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research aimed at improving the understanding and treatment of microvascular conditions across diverse patient populations.
Position Overview:
The lab seeks an exceptional candidate with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. to join our high energy multifaceted team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sex and gender studies and/or cardiovascular research, microvascular function, cognition, or COVID-19. Candidates with advanced quantitative data analytic skills, including computational modeling, are particularly encouraged to apply. Familiarity with medical terminology, pathophysiology of disease, and women’s health is preferred. An excellent command of the English language is required.
This position offers close mentorship by the Principal Investigator (PI), with expectations for the postdoctoral researcher to independently lead promising projects, analyze data, and actively participate in resolving study challenges. The Postdoctoral Associate will have the flexibility to develop their specific research focus within the context of the project team’s expertise and the needs of the larger project. 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.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Management:
- Oversee research projects with exceptional organizational and time management skills. Help organize study meetings and facilitate communication within the research team.
- Ensure adherence to Yale University and federal regulations for human subjects research.
- Prepare and manage HIC/IRB submissions, scientific protocols, and quality control measures.
- Assist with project coordination, medical narrative writing, and administrative tasks.
2. Research Assistance:
- Develop criteria for study subject admission and manage multi-site studies.
- Support ongoing clinical studies with clinical assessments, data entry, and follow-ups. Document and transmit study data accurately and timely.
3. Independent Research:
- Lead and manage promising projects, including data analysis and problem-solving.
- Prepare and present research findings through abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
- Contribute to grant writing and coordinate research conference activities.
- Identify and evaluate potential funding sources and partnerships.
4. Professional Development:
- Engage in professional development opportunities, including public speaking and attending seminars.
- Present research findings at conferences and participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Educational Background: A Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant field such as emergency medicine, COVID-19, cardiovascular physiology, women’s health, public health, or related disciplines.
- Research Experience: Specialized experience in clinical research, epidemiology, translational research, or clinical trials related to heart-brain and heart-COVID-19 intersections or women’s health.
- Quantitative Research Skills: Proficiency in quantitative research methods and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R).
- Publications: A demonstrated track record of academic publications and research outputs commensurate with career stage.
- Communication: Excellent writing skills and the ability to effectively interact with both academic and general audiences. Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as leadership abilities.
- Project Management: Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure, set priorities among multiple competing tasks, and maintain a high degree of self-motivation, consistency, and reliability. Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.
Position Details:
- Duration: Initial appointment for one year, with the possibility of multi-year renewal based on exceptional performance.
- Location: This is an on-campus position at 464 Congress Avenue, Yale University, New Haven, CT. Remote work is not available.
- Benefits: Full benefits are provided. For more information, visit Yale Postdoc Benefits.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should compile a single PDF document that includes:
- Cover Letter: Describing their research background, key accomplishments, interests, career goals, and motivation for applying (maximum 1 page).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Summary of Research Experience and Publications
- Contact Details: For three professional references
Please send the application to basmah.safdar@yale.edu.
Review Process: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Yale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting diversity among our students, faculty, and staff. Women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and individuals from underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Yale provides an outstanding environment for postdoctoral training and supports interdisciplinary collaborations across multiple academic units. Join us in advancing research with the potential to transform acute clinical care for diverse populations.
Postdoctoral Position in Cancer Diagnostics, Genomics, and Epigenetics (Patel Lab)
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Abhijit Patel at the Yale Cancer Center and the Yale School of Medicine (www.patel-lab.org). Our laboratory has a highly translational focus, with the overall goal of developing non-invasive diagnostic tools for early detection and surveillance of cancer. We have developed innovative technologies to enable ultrasensitive measurement of cancer-associated genomic and epigenomic alterations in cell-free DNA in blood. Most recently, we have developed methods for measuring genome-wide methylation signatures in blood to identify early-stage cancers or early recurrences after therapy. In addition, this platform technology is generating rich whole-methylome datasets from which insights can be gained on tumor heterogeneity, clonal evolution, and therapeutic sensitivity/resistance. Our lab is currently focused on establishing the clinical utility of these technologies and exploring potential new translational applications.
We seek a highly motivated individual with an interest in cancer genomics, epigenomics, and translational cancer research. Candidates must have a strong research track record and must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. A background in nucleic acid biochemistry, bioinformatics, and/or data science is advantageous, but we welcome talented applicants from all fields of biomedicine. Researchers with a background in chemistry might find our lab to be a particularly good fit.
If you would like to join our efforts to create new diagnostic tools with the ultimate goal of improving cancer outcomes, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to: abhijit.patel@yale.edu
Selected candidates will be asked to provide contact information for telephone references. Interviews can be conducted in person or via Zoom, depending on geographic constraints.
LGBTQ Mental Health Postdoctoral Clinical Research Associate in NYC
The Yale LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative, part of the Yale School of Public Health, is seeking a postdoctoral associate to 1) deliver and supervise the delivery of LGBTQ-affirmative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) from our community-based clinical research lab in NYC and (2) become involved in LGBTQ mental health research, including supporting clinical trials operations, analyzing data, and supporting and leading empirical manuscripts regarding LGBTQ mental health.
The Yale LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative is currently conducting several NIH-funded studies of LGBTQ-affirmative treatments and mechanisms, as well as community implementation research. The postdoctoral associate would join a dynamic team of faculty, research scientists, and students committed to advancing LGBTQ mental health through research (https://medicine.yale.edu/lgbtqmentalhealth/).
The primary duties for this position involve: (a) delivering short-term LGBTQ-affirmative CBT to LGBTQ individuals, remotely from our research offices in Midtown Manhattan, upon receiving training in this therapy from our team, (b) providing supervision to externs and student therapists who are delivering LGBTQ-affirmative CBT, (c) overseeing the fidelity of LGBTQ-affirmative CBT delivered in the context of clinical trials, (d) implementing clinical and research protocols, and (e) participating in the research process, including research coordination, data analysis and manuscript preparation.
The position can provide postdoctoral clinical hours and supervision necessary for licensure as a psychologist in New York and other states.
Our office is located in Midtown Manhattan, easily accessible by public transportation.
Successful candidates will possess a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology or related fields. Ideal candidates will possess theoretical and practical knowledge of CBT, have experience working with the LGBTQ community, have experience treating diverse mental health and substance use problems, possess advanced methodological and quantitative training, and have excellent scientific writing skills.
Please apply online: http://apply.interfolio.com/155190
Interested applicants should submit a copy of their CV; a cover letter detailing research interests, relevant experience, and professional goals; and the contact information of three professional references.
For additional information, please contact Dr. John Pachankis (john.pachankis@yale.edu). Anticipated start is July 1, 2025, but potentially flexible.
Competitive salary and fringe benefits.
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.
Postdoc Ad: ARCHAIA, AY 24-25
Yale University seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral Associate for a one-year position, renewable for a second year, beginning in the academic year 2025-2026 within Archaia: the Yale Program for the Study of Global Antiquity. Archaia is a collaborative forum that brings together scholars and graduate students working on early and pre-modern cultures and civilizations at Yale in the Humanities and Social Sciences in addition to the Divinity and Law Schools and various University collections and libraries, including the Yale University Art Gallery, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, the Peabody Museum of Natural History, and the Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage. Participating departments and disciplines include Classics, East Asian Languages and Literatures, Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, History, Religious Studies, Archaeology and Anthropology, History of Art, and the Divinity School. In addition to hosting conferences and colloquia, the year-long Ancient Societies Workshop (ASW), and study tours, Archaia offers a graduate qualification for students interested in research beyond departmental lines. For additional information, see https://archaia.yale.edu/certification. Information about past post-doctoral fellows can be found here.
Past Archaia seminars and ASW topics have included ancient music, comparative linguistics in pre-modern languages, ancient comparative law, ancient ritual, antiquity through the digital humanities, and the archaeology of Dura Europos. Anticipated upcoming topics include environmental determinism, constructions of the human body and race and how these ideas travel cross culturally, and the archaeology of Gerasa; we are also open to other innovative and cross-disciplinary proposals for future workshops and core seminars. We especially welcome applicants working in areas beyond the ancient Mediterranean world.
The postdoctoral associate is expected to take an active role in Archaia programming while pursuing research in their own area of expertise. Additionally, the associate’s duties include: (1) participating in the Archaia Steering Committee, coordinating the graduate certification program, and participating in the graduate forum as a mentor; (2) offering, in the first year, a graduate seminar and/or a study tour (the seminar may be connected with the tour); (3) in the second year of the appointment, co-teaching the Archaia core seminar with a Yale faculty member and/or co-organizing the Archaia Study Tour. The postdoctoral associate will receive guidance from and report to the Archaia co-chairs and will also be provided with at least one mentor from a field/department close to their area of training and expertise.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience along with Yale’s benefits package that includes health insurance.
Requirements
• A Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, Classics, East Asian Studies, South Asian Studies, History, Religious Studies, Archaeology, Anthropology, History of Art, or a related field.
• The intellectual training and trajectory of the postdoctoral associate must show a commitment to cross-disciplinary or cross-cultural research in more than one of the areas, languages, and/or disciplines represented by Archaia.
• The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a desire and ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and collections.
• We especially encourage applications from scholars underrepresented in the study of antiquity.
Applicants and referees should upload documentation via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/155704
Applicants must supply:
(1) a cover letter,
(2) a curriculum vitae,
(3) a research statement (1000 words max.) detailing the work that the associate wishes to pursue at Yale,
(4) three brief descriptions (not syllabi) of up to 500 words each, for
- a co-taught global antiquity seminar to be offered as an Archaia core course;
- a graduate seminar related to your own research specialization, and with some concern for global antiquity;
- a travel study opportunity (5-10 days)
(5) a teaching portfolio (including teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness and syllabi for courses taught or planned),
(6) three letters of recommendation addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Prof. Molly Zahn.
Review of applications will begin Dec. 1, 2024.
For any questions please contact the chair of the committee, Prof. Molly Zahn (molly.zahn@yale.edu), and Keith Mazzadra (keith.mazzadra@yale.edu), Archaia Program administrator.
Yale University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, faculty, and staff and especially welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
Postdoctoral Position - RAS Pharmacology & RAS Systems Biology– Stites Laboratory
An experimental postdoctoral position is available to study emerging RAS and RAS pathway inhibitors. RAS inhibitors are one of the most exciting areas of cancer biology. Many novel strategies for targeting RAS are in clinical trial, and many more are in development and are advancing to clinical trials.
The Stites lab’s translational cancer biology research program has helped postdoctoral fellows obtain outstanding career positions in industry and in academia. The Stites lab investigates problems in cancer biology and in cancer pharmacology that would benefit from a systems biology approach.
The lab’s first experimental postdoctoral fellow investigated relationships between RAS pathway inhibitors and targeted therapies in collaboration with the (computational) PI. The experimental/computational collaboration was very productive (McFall T et al, Science Signaling, 2019; McFall T et al, Cell Reports, 2021; McFall T et al, npj Precision Oncology, 2022; McFall T et al, Cell Communication and Signaling, 2021; Kato and McFall et al, The Oncologist, 2021). The lab is prepared to make a similar investment of time and resources to help a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow advance their career through a postdoctoral fellowship that investigates RAS inhibitors and their effects on RAS signaling and RAS signaling phenotypes.
Requirements for the position include a doctoral degree, one or more first author research publications demonstrating strong and relevant experimental biology skills, and previous experience in pharmacology, cancer biology, cell signaling, and/or cellular biochemistry.
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 (1) provide a current CV, (2) explain why the candidate is interested in the laboratory and in research involving RAS inhibitors.
Now Accepting Applications for Postdoctoral Associate positions in Computer Science, Data Science, and Economics 2025 – 2026.
Center for Algorithms, Data, and Market Design, Yale University
The Center for Algorithms, Data, and Market Design (CADMY) is a cross-university center that seeks to support and further research at the intersection of Computer Science, Data Science, and Economics.
CADMY is offering several Postdoctoral Associate positions designed for recent graduates of Ph.D. programs working at the intersection of Computer Science, Data Science, and Economics. We are particularly interested in candidates with interest in algorithms, blockchains and cryptocurrency, causal inference, game theory, learning, machine learning, market design, and networks, but all subjects at the intersection of these three scientific disciplines are invited to apply.
Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. prior to beginning of their appointment as a Postdoctoral Associate and are expected to have a strong research and publication record. Postdoctoral Associates are expected to be present on the Yale campus three full days per week, contribute to research and publications, and participate in seminars and conferences at Yale.
Associates are strongly urged to reside in the New Haven area.
The resident Postdoctoral Associate will start their appointment in the Fall of 2025 for a duration of one year; Postdoctoral Associates may apply for a second year of support. CADMY Postdoctoral Associates receive a salary of 85,000 USD per year plus Yale benefits, a travel/research stipend of 15,000 USD, and office space.
CADMY also offers self-funded Visiting Fellowships for individuals with their own sources of funding - for example, winners of Fulbright or other fellowship awards. The application requirements are identical to that of the Postdoctoral Associate. Please indicate the sources of funding in your application.
CADMY also offers partially funded sabbatical appointments for junior and senior researchers in the above areas of interest. The application requirements are identical to that of the Postdoctoral Associate. Please indicate the sources of funding and request for additional funding, if applicable, in your application.
All applications should include the following:
- A cover letter indicating your interest in the Resident Fellowship
- CV
- Job Market Paper or at least one scholarly writing sample (in English)
- A research agenda (3 pages max)
- Ph.D. program transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
Please electronically submit application materials to https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/listing.php?JOE_ID=111474399 before January 31, 2025. A review of all applications will begin January 15, 2025, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025 or later based on mutual agreement. Appointment decisions will be made on a rolling basis.
If you have specific questions about the position for which you are applying, please contact the CADMY Program Administrator via cadmy@yale.edu.
Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX@yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov.
The Israelow lab (https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/benjamin_goldman-israelow/) is seeking a motivated postdoc interested in studying mucosal immunity and mucosal vaccines, and novel vaccine platform development for respiratory and non-respiratory pathogens.
The Israelow lab has recently opened in the Department of Internal Medicine in the Section of Infectious Diseases at the Yale School of Medicine. We study mucosal adaptive immune responses within the respiratory track to infections, and how to combat pathogens with novel mucosal vaccination strategies. We use immunology, vaccinology, molecular virology, mRNA vaccines, and animal models of infection and disease in the BSL2 and BSL3 labs. We are interested in identifying the signals that promote lasting and potent immune memory within the respiratory tract, and we will leverage this knowledge to develop the next generation of respiratory mucosal vaccines that better prevent disease and pathogen transmission.
Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. in immunology, vaccinology, or microbiology, with hands-on experience with flowcytometry and animal handling. Experience with cloning and protein purification is a plus. Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, hard-working, and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills and be able to perform both independently as well as in a team setting. We prioritize mentorship, including frequent formal and informal meetings with the PI, the substance of which will be guided by professional and scientific goals.
Projects include but are not limited to: (1) Developing next-generation respiratory mucosal vaccines, (2) Exploring the role of innate signals in directing adaptive mucosal immune responses to respiratory viruses and vaccines, (3) Understanding how adaptive immunity controls respiratory virus transmission. (4) Improving pan-coronavirus mucosal vaccines, and (5) Improving mRNA based vaccine platforms.
Interested candidates should email Benjamin Goldman-Israelow (benjamin.goldman-israelow@yale.edu) a cover letter that briefly describes their research/scientific background and interest in the position; their CV; and 3 references.
Position: Postdoctoral Associate - Clinical Andrology Laboratory
Location: Yale Fertility Center – West Campus (Orange, CT)
Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Associate to join our Clinical Andrology Laboratory. The successful candidate will primarily engage in clinical work while also possessing a solid understanding of advanced molecular techniques. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to clinical diagnostics and translational research in the field of andrology.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Andrology, Reproductive Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- Strong background in clinical laboratory techniques related to Andrology, with a demonstrated ability to perform advanced & extended semen analysis techniques, sperm function assays, testicular tissue processing & cryopreservation.
- Proficiency in advanced molecular techniques, including Flow cytometry, and gene expression analysis.
- Experience in designing and executing research projects independently, with a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Ability to mentor and train junior team members in both clinical and molecular techniques.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of laboratory safety and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with grant writing and securing external funding is desirable but not required.
Please send cover letter and CV to Colleen Goble, Associate Director of Faculty Affairs (colleen.goble@yale.edu).
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.
The Ishizuka / Olino Lab at Yale Cancer Center seeks creative and driven scientists to lead projects within the Lab. The candidate should have a strong background in biology, with a strong interest in immunology and / or cancer biology research and the development of new cancer therapies. Experience with in vivo immunotherapy models, mRNA therapeutics, functional genomics and the use of CRISPR, protein engineering, systems immunology, and tumor microenvironment profiling by scRNAseq / flow cytometry are preferred. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and driven to develop new treatments for patients and insights into disease. They will additionally possess excellent experimental planning and execution skills, good communications skills, an open mind and a desire to collaborate with others. You will lead independent research projects, report progress and track deliverables, work to develop new approaches and ways of thinking about the field of tumor immunology, contribute to the lab through teamwork and discussion and help to train, supervise and mentor junior staff as needed. Minimum qualifications include:
- PhD in a relevant field (biology, immunology, cancer biology or similar)
- Demonstrated scientific contributions to the field
- Proven ability to solve challenging technical problems
- Clarity of thought in communications (written and oral)
If you are interested in applying, please email your CV and a cover letter with contact information for three references to: jeffishizukalab@gmail.com