Postdoctoral Scientist - O'Brown Lab
Core
Investigating the developmental and cellular mechanisms regulating blood-brain barrier function using zebrafish and mouse models to inform therapeutic applications for neurological diseases.
Role type
Postdoctoral Scientist (Developmental/Neurovascular Biology)
Builds
Research insights on vascular and neuronal interactions during BBB development and disease disruption
Domain
Developmental biology, molecular biology, neurovascular biology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
in vivo techniques (zebrafish/mouse), vascular biology, developmental imaging, blood-brain barrier research, RNA sequencing workflows, molecular biology (cloning, PCR, genotyping)
Preferred skills
zebrafish model experience, live imaging, behavioral studies
Technologies
zebrafish, mouse models, microinjection, live imaging, high-resolution microscopy, RNA sequencing
Responsibilities
Lead independent research projects on vascular biology and BBB development; Conduct experiments in zebrafish and mouse models including microinjections, live imaging, and behavioral studies; Apply molecular biology techniques including PCR, cloning, and genotyping; Perform in vivo imaging and high-resolution microscopy to visualize vascular function and BBB dynamics; Analyze or support RNA sequencing experiments; Supervise undergraduate trainees; Document and present findings in scientific publications
Seniority
Postdoctoral Fellow, independent researcher
