Postdoctoral Research Associate, Anatomy

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, C Programming, SQL, Cloud computing, Scala Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, MATLAB Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow, R Programming

Job Description

The Watanabe Lab at New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Long Island) Department of Anatomy invites applications for a postdoctoral position, renewable up to 4 years.

NYITCOM’s Anatomy Department includes 9 full-time faculty with active research programs in computational biomechanics, evolution and development, and neurosensory anatomy. The successful applicant will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities including: a Visualization Center equipped with micro-CT scanner, Amira workstations, 3D printers, portable laser surface scanners, and microscopy; a tissue staining lab for histology and staining; an embryology lab for in vivo experiments; a microscopy facility with confocal microscopes; both human and animal gait labs for collecting kinematic, force profile, and EMG data; a fully staffed animal care center, and a new Center for Biomedical Innovations for robotics, VR, and AR. NYITCOM enjoys close proximity to major research institutions such as the American Museum of Natural History, Stony Brook University, and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

For further information regarding the College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Department of Anatomy please visit: https://www.nyit.edu/medicine/department_of_anatomy.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will conduct grant-funded research investigating brain and skull development and evolution in avian systems using modern imaging, morphometric, and molecular techniques. The position will include opportunities to mentor undergraduate and medical students and assist with the development of educational initiatives, such as a short hands-on lab curriculum, 3-D printing and/or virtual reality.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the start date. Applicants who have completed all degree requirements for a Ph.D. will also be considered. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in immunofluorescence techniques, embryology, computed-tomography (CT) imaging, microscopy, geometric morphometrics, and/or programming.

Application Materials:

The anticipated start date is Winter/Spring 2023 (negotiable). Please upload the following documents to your application profile.

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter, articulating relevant experiences and future research plans (max. 2 pages). You may also append up to 3 publications to the letter (OPTIONAL). If your file size exceeds the allowable limit, please send/share to awatanab@nyit.edu. 
3. Contact Information for 3 Professional References (may include current/former supervisor)

Applications submitted by November 23, 2022 will receive full consideration.

FOR CONSIDERATION ALL CANDIDATES MUST APPLY ONLINE.

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