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Title	HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Biology
School	Harvard Medical School
Department/Area	Cell Biology
Position Description	We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellow position in the Flanagan lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Our laboratory works on the development, degeneration and regeneration of the nervous system. At the level of fundamental cell biological mechanisms, our particular interest is in how cells signal to one another through cell surface receptors and their ligands, and how aberrations of this process can lead to disease. Currently we have a special interest in Alzheimer’s Disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, and our current work is leading to new mechanistic insights as well as novel directions for active translation to therapeutic approaches. The successful candidate will work with Dr. John Flanagan to develop a research project within the scope of the lab focus. In addition to carrying out research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members, and contribute to overall lab operations and a collaborative environment. *Salary and Benefits* This position is salaried and benefits-eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post-PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines-policies. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions.
Basic Qualifications	Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as Cell or Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Neurodegeneration, or related fields. Expertise in techniques of molecular biology, cell culture and mouse work would be an advantage.
Additional Qualifications	If visa sponsorship is needed, Harvard retains the discretion to determine which visa status is appropriate and whether a visa sponsorship application will ultimately be submitted, including payment of any applicable fees.
Special Instructions	*Required documents:* Curriculum Vitae Statement of Research for PhD work Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab. A NOTE with the names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as a reference. Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews. Expected start date: as soon as possible Duration: This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position.
Contact Information	John G. Flanagan Harvard Medical School Department of Cell Biology 240 Longwood Ave. LHRRB 6th Floor Boston, MA 02115
Contact Email	flanagan@hms.harvard.edu
Salary Range	*Salary and Benefits* This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines-policies.
Minimum Number of References Required	3
Maximum Number of References Allowed	3
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