Cornell University, Division of Nutritional Sciences

Position ID:
Cornell-DNS-PDAYDEMIR [#19163, WDR-00027427]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America
Subject Areas: 
Biology / Immunology, Molecular, Neuroscience, PHYSIOLOGY
Nutrition / Biochemistry
Appl Deadline:
finished (2021/08/13, finished 2023/05/27)
Position Description:
   

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

Position Description

Cornell University 
Division of Nutritional Sciences 
Postdoctoral Associate 

The Aydemir’s lab of Molecular Nutrition in the Division of Nutritional Sciences is seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher.  Dr. Aydemir’s research group investigates the metabolism and transporter-mediated function of micronutrients, zinc, and manganese in mammalian systems. These studies involve the integration of the techniques in biochemistry, molecular, cellular biology, neuroscience, and physiology to micronutrient biology and related disorders. The ideal candidate for this position would be a motivated individual able to work independently. The successful candidate will be expected to perform in vitro cell culture assays and in vivo laboratory animal (mice) research. This is a one-year appointment with a possibility of renewal depending upon satisfactory job performance and funding availability. 

Anticipated Division of Time:

70% Research, 15% Data Analysis, 15%Writing 

Requirements: 
  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Immunology, Nutrition, Physiology or related fields. 
  • Proof that all Ph.D requirements have been fulfilled before the start date is required. 
  • Willing to work with and handle mice. 
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently. 
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). 

Application: 

The following documents must be uploaded when applying through Academic Jobs Online, https://academicjobsonline.ajo/jobs/19163. ;

Review of applications will be immediate and continue until the position is filled. Further Info: Tolunay Beker Aydemir, tb536@cornell.edu



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Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Diversity
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.human.cornell.edu/people/tb536
email address
 
Cornell University
Division of Nutritional Sciences
Savage Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853