Postdoctoral Fellow

Postdoctoral Fellow – Biomolecular Condensates, Protein Dynamics & GI Disease
Weill Cornell Medicine – Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

The Platt Lab in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Weill Cornell Medicine invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in molecular and cellular biology. We investigate how changes in protein mobility and biomolecular condensates contribute to human disease, with a particular focus on gastrointestinal pathophysiology.

The successful candidate will lead projects using advanced imaging techniques, including fluorescence recovery after photobleaching (FRAP) and single-particle tracking (SPT), to uncover how environmental stressors disrupt biomolecular condensates and protein dynamics. Our goal is to reveal disease mechanisms and identify tractable therapeutic targets. We are a newly established and growing lab that values scientific rigor, creativity, and collaboration.

Responsibilities
– Design and execute independent experiments using advanced imaging and molecular biology techniques
– Analyze protein mobility using quantitative imaging and computational tools
– Contribute to manuscript and grant writing
– Present research findings at internal seminars and external conferences
– Collaborate across disciplines to explore emerging models of disease pathogenesis

Qualifications
– PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree in molecular biology, biophysics, systems biology, or a related field
– Strong background in imaging, microscopy, and cell biology
– Experience with image analysis software (e.g., ImageJ/FIJI, MATLAB, Python)
– Interest or experience in biomolecular condensates, protein dynamics, and/or redox biology
– Demonstrated ability to publish high-quality scientific work
– Creative, collaborative, and motivated to uncover fundamental disease mechanisms

Application Instructions
To apply, please send the following to Dr. Jesse Platt at jep4025@med.cornell.edu:
– A one-page cover letter describing your research background and interests
– CV with a list of publications
– Contact information for 2–3 references
The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
Salary range: $61,008 – $74,088, based on experience and in accordance with WCM’s minimum stipend policy.
Weill Cornell Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.
Learn more about our work: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-platt-md-phd-a3a42621/