Postdoctoral Scientist - Farese and Walther Lab

About the Role:

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we're unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science.

The Farese and Walther Laboratory studies the biochemistry of cellular lipid metabolism and homeostasis. We are seeking an outstanding individual with Ph.D. training in lipid analysis. The successful candidate will become part of an inclusive, interdisciplinary and diverse team that investigates mechanisms of lipid metabolism and their function in physiology and disease.

Our laboratory, at HHMI and the Sloan Kettering Institute in New York City, has projects are available to understand the biochemistry and cell biology of lipid storage, as well as the physiology and pathophysiology of lipid metabolism, for instance in cancer and neurodegenerative disease.

For additional information please visit our laboratory webpages:

• https://www.fwlaboratory.org

• https://www.mskcc.org/research/ski/labs/farese-walther

• https://www.hhmi.org/scientists/tobias-c-walther

What We Provide:

• Being part of a collaborative and engaged lab group that includes researchers and technicians.

• The opportunity to be mentored at every level. This includes receiving mentorship and mentoring junior researchers/scientists in the lab.

• Opportunities for professional development, including authorship of research publications, collaboration with other labs, and presentation at conferences.

• A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

What You Bring:

• Applicants should possess a Ph.D. and/or M.D./Ph.D. degree in physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, or molecular biology and have a strong publication record.

• Knowledge of lipidomics and mass spectrometry.

• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative group environment.

• Effective communication skills, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic.

• Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.

• Proactive approach to research work with an eagerness to learn and grow

Application Instructions:

Please include a list of three professional references with contact information (names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses) as part of your application. Please also include a list of your publications on your resume.

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

Compensation Range

Pay Type:

HHMI's salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer