Postdoctoral Fellow, Anatomy

The Watanabe Lab at New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Long Island) Department of Anatomy invites applications for a two year postdoctoral position.

NYITCOM's Anatomy Department includes 9 full-time faculty with active research programs in computational biomechanics, evolution and development, and neurosensory anatomy. The successful applicant will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities including: a Visualization Center equipped with micro-CT scanner, Amira workstations, 3D printers, portable laser surface scanners, and microscopy; a tissue staining lab for histology and staining; an embryology lab for in vivo experiments; a microscopy facility with confocal microscopes; both human and animal gait labs for collecting kinematic, force profile, and EMG data; a fully staffed animal care center, and a new Center for Biomedical Innovations for robotics, VR, and AR. NYITCOM enjoys close proximity to major research institutions such as the American Museum of Natural History, Stony Brook University, and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

For further information regarding the College of Osteopathic Medicine's Department of Anatomy please visit: https://www.nyit.edu/medicine/department_of_anatomy

The College of Osteopathic Medicine at New York Institute of Technology seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow located in Long Island, NY (Old Westbury) campus.

New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide.

The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. More than 112,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the university's community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future.

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The successful applicant will conduct grant-funded research investigating brain and skull development and evolution in avian systems using modern imaging, morphometric, and molecular techniques. The position will include opportunities to mentor undergraduate and medical students and assist with development of educational initiatives, such as a short hand-on lab curriculum, 3-D printing, and/or virtual reality.

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the start date. Applicants who have completed all degree requirements for a Ph.D. will also be considered. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated interest and expertise in vertebrate anatomy, evolutionary biology, computed-tomography (CT) imaging, immunofluorescence techniques, embryology, microscopy, geometric morphometrics, and/or programming.

Application Materials:

The anticipated start date is September 15, 2025 (negotiable). Applications should include:

Cover Letter, articulating relevant experiences and future research plans (max. 2 pages)
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Contact Information for 3 Professional References
3. Compiled PDFs of up to 3 publications (OPTIONAL)

Applications received by May 5th, will be given primary consideration.

Contact awatanabe@nyit.edu with questions only.

For consideration ALL candidates must apply online and complete an employment application.

New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide.

The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. More than 112,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the university's community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future.

For more information, visit nyit.edu.

New York Institute of Technology offers numerous opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth and provides employees with a competitive compensation and benefits program inclusive of generous paid time off, holidays, tuition remission, and retirement plans with employer contributions.

New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.