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~Join the Yvette Wong Lab~

We are seeking creative, enthusiastic and outstanding lab members who are passionate about neurodegenerative disease research and using live cell microscopy to uncover new organelle pathways. We are excited about advancing research in the fields of neuroscience and cell biology, mentoring future scientists, and making new discoveries!

Our lab is located in downtown Chicago at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine (Department of Neurology) by the beautiful lakefront shores, with access to great dining throughout the city and walking distance to the Magnificent Mile.

If you are interested in joining, contact us by email:

yvette.wong@northwestern.edu

~Postdoctoral Fellow Positions~

Applicants should have a PhD with at least one first-author publication, and expertise in any of the following approaches: neuroscience, microscopy, cell biology, neurodegeneration, biochemistry, molecular biology.

Interested candidates please email your CV, name and contact details of three references, and a brief description of your research achievements and interests.

~PhD Student Positions~

We are accepting PhD students from the following programs at Northwestern University:

  • Northwestern’s Interdepartmental Neuroscience (NUIN) program
  • Driskill Graduate Program (DGP) in Life Sciences
  • Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)

Please email your CV if you are interested in joining us for a lab rotation!

 ~Research Technologist Position~

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in Biology, Neuroscience or Cell Biology, previous research experience, and commit at least two years to the lab. Applicants should be highly capable, organized, motivated and dedicated. If interested, please email your CV and cover letter.