Job Details

Institution: Stony Brook University
Department: Medicine/Oncology (Zhan Lab)
Location: Stony Brook, NY
Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 per year
Posting Date: November 5, 2025
Application Link: Apply Here

Position Summary

The Zhan Lab at Stony Brook University seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute to research on myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), clonal stem cell disorders characterized by hematopoietic stem/progenitor cell expansion, overproduction of mature blood cells, and cardiovascular complications. Research involves molecular and genetic techniques in transgenic murine models, patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells, and primary patient samples. The goal is to understand disease mechanisms and develop more effective therapies for MPNs and other clonal hematologic malignancies.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent) in Biology, Medicine, or a closely related field by the start of the appointment.

• At least one first-author publication in a highly regarded peer-reviewed journal.

Preferred Qualifications

• Laboratory experience with hematopoietic stem cell biology, cardiovascular diseases, or immunology.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments, prepare and test specimens.

• Analyze data and present results at scientific meetings.

• Prepare manuscripts and grant applications.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and facilities.

• Perform administrative aspects of the study plan and other assigned duties.

Additional Information

• FLSA Exempt: Not eligible for overtime.

• Employment is subject to Research Foundation policies, funding availability, and sponsor guidelines.

• Diversity & Inclusion: SBU is committed to inclusive excellence; all qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, or other protected status.

• Disability accommodations available through the Office of Equity and Access (OEA).

Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 per year
Job ID: jeid-029c5264ec0b404196c2db71b6037c62