Postdoctoral Researcher - Gut-Microbiome-Brain Axis &
- Location
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Salary
- Not specified
- Company
- Akash pawar
Job description
Role & Company / Project Overview: The Villapol Lab at Houston Methodist Research Institute in Houston, Texas, is seeking motivated postdoctoral scientists to join their team to study the gut-microbiome-brain axis, neuroinflammation, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, and computational analysis using integrative and translational approaches. The laboratory combines experimental and computational approaches to understand disease mechanisms and develop new therapeutic strategies. Key Responsibilities & Daily Duties: • Conduct research focusing on neuroinflammation, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, and the gut-brain axis • Perform microbial community profiling, differential abundance, pathway, and functional analyses • Carry out microbiome bioinformatics and metagenomic analysis (16S rRNA and/or shotgun metagenomics) • Perform Oxford Nanopore sequencing and computational analysis • Integrate microbiome data with clinical or multi-omics datasets in neurological disorders • Develop own scientific identity, publish high-impact work, and compete for fellowships and grants Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience: • Strong publication record or clear evidence of research productivity, along with scientific independence and ambition to pursue an academic career • Excellent scientific writing skills • Experience in microbiome bioinformatics, shotgun metagenomics, Oxford Nanopore sequencing, and computational analysis • Proficiency in R and/or Python • Genuine commitment to pursuing an independent academic research career • Experience in Alzheimer's disease, neuroinflammation, neuroscience, or host-microbiome interactions is considered a plus Working Hours, Shifts & Location Details: • Location: Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, Texas, United States • Work setting: On-site research facility Compensation & Benefits: • Opportunities to work on neuroscience-driven interdisciplinary projects with preclinical and clinical samples • Collaborations across Houston Methodist, Rice University, and other partner institutions • A supportive environment to grow as an independent scientist • Access to state-of-the-art resources in neuroscience, microbiome research, and nanomedicine Application Instructions: • Interested candidates should submit their CV, publication list, and a brief description of their research experience, interests, and long-term academic goals via the designated contact email.