The laboratory of Jonathan Zippin at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City is seeking highly motivated and talented postdoctoral fellows and research associates to lead several projects including:
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The effects of distinct cAMP microdomains on melanocyte biology and melanoma
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The investigation of melanosome biology in melanocytes and melanoma
These projects are funded by recent grants from the NIH, foundations, and industry.
We use a variety of cellular and mouse model systems and technologies such as microscopy, high-throughput sequencing techniques, and LC/MS. Our lab works closely with groups within the Meyer Cancer Center; the Englander Institute of Precision Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine; Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and several lab at the NIH. We are also actively involved in the development of new therapeutics for dermatologic diseases and cancer through our collaboration with the Tri-Institutional Therapeutics Discovery Institute at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Candidates must possess strong research skills in Cell and Molecular Biology; Microscopy; and be comfortable working with mice. A background in computational biology, bioinformatics, tumor models, and/or live cell imaging is preferred. This position represents an opportunity to join a world-class team at a top-rated medical center. Please visit our lab website for more information about our research goals and environment. We are looking to fill this position in the next few months.
Interested applicants should send their curriculum vitae to:
Jonathan Zippin, MD PhD
Vice Chair of Research
Director of Dermatology Precision Medicine
Department of Dermatology
Joan and Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University
1305 York Avenue, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10021
jhzippin@med.cornell.edu