Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellow position in the laboratory of Dr. Annarita Di Lorenzo at the Weill Cornell Medical College, New York. The laboratory makes use of knockout mice to define the roles of Nogo-B, a member of the reticulon family of proteins ER-related in cardiac hypertrophy, hypertension and inflammation. The laboratory utilizes multiple approaches involving cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, histology in conjunction with surgical interventions in mice.

Applicants should hold a PhD or MD/PHD degree, with a strong expertise in cell and molecular biology and cell signaling, with less than two years of postdoctoral experience. Background in basic mouse work is desired but not required.
Ideal candidates must have a good written/oral communication skills, a strong ability to work effectively in a team environment, be highly organized, with a proven record of research accomplishments. The candidate is expected to participate in research grant preparations, manuscript writing and presentation of research results at professional conferences.
The laboratory is well-funded and is located in one of the most exciting research environments in New York city, offering many exciting opportunities for career development.

Candidates should submit electronically CV, list of publication, a description of their scientific interests, career goals and contact information of at least two references to Dr. Annarita Di Lorenzo (and2039@med.cornell.edu).