<p>Req Id: 36097</p> <p>Job Title: Post Doc Research Associate</p> <p>City: West Lafayette</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Postdoctoral Research Associate - Epigenetic Crosstalk in Neurodevelopment and Neurodegenerative Diseases</p> <p>The laboratory of Dr. Yini Li in the Borch Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology at Purdue University is seeking two Postdoctoral Researchers (Fellows) with a keen interest in epigenetic crosstalk (i.e., RNA modifications, regulatory RNAs, and chromatin regulation) in normal neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative diseases. Our wet/dry hybrid laboratory employs a wide range of tools, including molecular biology, functional genomics, multi-omics, and bioinformatics, to investigate how epigenetic crosstalk promotes normal neurodevelopment and how dysregulation of these factors contributes to neurodegeneration.</p> <p>RNA Biology, Neuroscience, and Neurodegenerative Diseases</p> <p>The successful candidate will have a strong interest in RNA biology, neuroscience, and/or neurodegenerative diseases. A Ph.D. in biology, neuroscience, or equivalent fields with molecular biology skills is required. Preferred experience includes:</p> <ul> <li>Human iPSC cell culture </li><li>Neuronal cell differentiation </li><li>NGS library preparation </li><li>Large-scale CRISPR screening in mammalian cells </li><li>Protein/RNA biology </li></ul> <p>The research is conducted at Purdue University, West Lafayette (Main) Campus, Indiana. Purdue is one of the world's top-ranked research universities and is among the top 10 most innovative schools in the US.</p> <p>https://www.yinililab.com/</p> <p>Benefits Eligibility</p> <p>YES</p> <p>Core Competencies</p> <p>Strong writing and communication skills, ability to establish clear goals, and strong organizational and prioritization skills are critical for both positions.</p> <p>Education</p> <p>Ph.D.</p> <p>FLSA Status</p> <p>Exempt</p> <p>Apply now</p> <p>Posting Start Date: 2/17/25</p>