There is an immediate opening for an NIH-funded postdoctoral position. We are looking for enthusiastic postdocs to join our group to study hair cell mechanotransduction, stereocilia bundle morphology in mouse models of deafness, in order to better understand the hair cell function, and develop successfull translational gene therapy strategies. The portfolio of our lab includes various electrophysiological and fluorescence imaging techniques, as well as an exhaustive line of electron microscopy techniques (SEM, TEM, FIB-SEM, TEMCA and others), all primarily aimed to study hair cells in animal models, and develop translational gene therapy tools to treat deafness.

We are looking for persistent and ambitious candidates that are eager to work with and learn more about hair cells, and want to become a part of a young growing laboratory studying important and fundamental questions in the field. If you’re fascinated by the complexity and beauty of the hair cell stereocilia bundle, can’t wait to begin unraveling important questions and want to apply this knowledge to develop new gene therapy methods – we want you in our lab! Candidates with prior experience in patch-clamp electrophysiology, tissue/organ culture, and light and electron microscopy will be given preference.

Applicants should have Ph.D. in neuroscience, bioengineering, or a related discipline. Interested applicants should submit a current CV, a one page description of research interests, and the names and contact emails of three references to Artur Indzhykulian, MD, PhD at Artur_Indzhykulian@hms.harvard.edu. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled. Short-term internships for visiting scholars can be provided in some cases. Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Harvard Medical School are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employers. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.