JOB DESCRIPTION:Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Scientist position in the laboratory of Dr. Basavaraj Balapal at the Center for Dementia Research (CDR), Nathan Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research (Orangeburg, NY). This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment with access to cutting-edge technologies and mentorship in neurodegeneration, neuronal maturation, and associated biochemical, epigenetic, transcriptional, neurobehavioral, electrophysiological, and pathological changes at the cell-type-specific level. Using unique transgenic mouse models, we explore the mechanisms underlying disorders linked to early-life environmental exposures (e.g., alcohol) and aim to develop novel therapeutic strategies.JOB DUTIES: Possess expertise in molecular/cellular biology techniques, including ChIP, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry. Experience with small animal surgery (viral/drug injections), biochemical methods, confocal microscopy, and/or electrophysiology is highly desirable. A strong background in epigenetics, transcriptomics, or neurobehavioral assessments is a plus. The successful candidate will be expected toJOB QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and two years of professional research experience in appropriate field or master's degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of the experience.Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. or minimum of a graduate degree in neuroscience, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, or related field in neuroscience. 5+ years experience in a research setting Possess expertise in molecular/cellular biology techniques, including ChIP, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry. Strong background in biochemical, molecular, and omic techniques. Background in epigenetics, transcriptomics, or neurobehavioral assessments is a plus Experience with animal behavior and electrophysiology is desirable. Excellent communication, organizational and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Background Investigation/Justice Center Review Requirements:Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment. 2) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.*The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.Applications will only be accepted through website at: http://corporate.rfmh.org - Click on Employment Opportunities. Applications will be accepted only during the posting dates as listed at the top of the job announcement.Questions regarding this position please email: hrprocessing@nki.rfmh.org