Post-doctoral Fellow - Neurological diseases

Department: Aging & Metabolism - Dr. Wan Hee Yoon

Postdoctoral fellow positions are available in Dr. Wan Hee Yoon’s lab, in Aging & Metabolism Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF). Yoon lab studies on the pathogenetic mechanisms of human neurological diseases. We are taking a combination of Drosophila genetics, and genomic approaches as well as patient-derived iPSC study. Our group is situated within mitochondria biology and aging biology communities at the OMRF.

OMRF is an independent, not-for-profit biomedical research institute adjacent to the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) campus in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy.

OMRF’s excellence can only be fully realized by individuals who share our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Researchers with strong interest in neurological and muscular diseases and mitochondrial biology are welcome to apply.

Expertise in any of the following areas is highly valued though not required:

- iPSC/organoid

- Drosophila genetics

- Metabolism/mitochondrial biology

Application instructions

Apply online at http://omrf.peopleadmin.com/postings/3741