Postdoctoral Fellow in Neurobiology (Ginty Lab) in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University

The Ginty Laboratory in the Department of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School utilizes mouse genetics, molecular biology, histological and behavioral approaches and electrophysiology to understand neurobiological mechanisms of touch and pain. We are seeking a motivated and creative Postdoctoral Scientist to join our dynamic, cross-disciplinary team. This role focuses on understanding how the somatosensory system has evolved to detect, process, and relay information from the body’s surfaces into the central nervous system. The overarching goal is to leverage cutting-edge molecular data, tools, and approaches to describe the diversity of somatosensory neuron repertoires across mice and other mammals, in part by generating new tools for genetic access to these cell-types for anatomical, physiological, and behavioral characterization. The position involves designing and executing experiments, overseeing undergraduate researchers, and collaborating closely with the PI and other lab members in a fast-paced, discovery-driven environment.

Responsibilities include:

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.

Required documents:

Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered May 16, 2026. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work.

Expected Dates:

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.

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.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy.

David Ginty, PhD

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.