Postdoctoral Fellow (Shah) NR2F1-Neurodevelopmental pathways
Cincinnati Children's · US
The Shah Laboratory at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, in partnership with the NR2F1 Foundation, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join an i...
Job description
The Shah Laboratory at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, in partnership with the NR2F1 Foundation, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join an interdisciplinary research program in ophthalmology and neuroscience. This position is dedicated to advancing the understanding of NR2F1-related neurodevelopmental disorders, including Bosch-Boonstra-Schaaf Optic Atrophy Syndrome (BBSOAS), with a focus on mechanisms of brain development, visual system function, and neural plasticity. The fellow will investigate NR2F1-related neurodevelopmental disorders using advanced experimental and translational approaches, while developing expertise in study design, data analysis, and scientific writing. This position offers strong mentorship, access to state-of-the-art resources, and structured training to support transition to an independent research career. Required: - Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist - Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze data, which may affect decisions regarding future patient care. - Research...