Dr. Hu’s Lab is seeking passionate researchers ready to embark on a groundbreaking journey into understanding the intercellular dynamics in demyelinating diseases. Our research is focused on the altered intercellular interactions among Schwann cells, axons, and macrophages in demyelinating diseases, aiming to identify key molecular targets that could offer therapeutic breakthroughs in halting or reversing demyelination. By employing various techniques and resources – molecular biology, genetic animal models, primary cultured cells, advanced imaging, and patient-derived samples – we offer a comprehensive learning curve for every member.
Our ethos promotes a blend of collaboration and individual growth, ensuring a nurturing and productive work environment.
Open Positions:
Postdoctoral Fellow Positions
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in biological science, health science, or a related field.
Prior experience working with rodents and a keen interest in neuroscience is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Design and execute independent research projects.
- Participate in innovative and collaborative research.
- Applies to internal and external fellowships.
- Publishes papers in peer-reviewed research journals.
- Present scientific findings at national conferences.
- High integrity and high conscientiousness for all research activities.
Research Assistant Positions
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in basic science or a related field.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in, plan, and coordinate scientific research projects.
- Perform ongoing experimental work under the guidance of the principal investigator.
- Participates in the publication of research results.
- Order reagents and supplies for the laboratory.
- Maintain animal strains and conduct PCR genotyping.
- High integrity and high conscientiousness for all research activities.
Graduate Student Opportunities
Graduate students from the Houston Medical Center Campus, Weill Cornell, and Texas A&M Ph.D. Programs are invited to rotate and consider making our lab their research home.
Undergraduate Student Opportunities
We welcome driven undergraduates with a solid foundation in molecular biology and neuroscience to contribute to our ongoing projects.
Application Process:
Candidates interested in these opportunities should direct their email to Dr. Hu at bhu@houstonmethodist.org. Application materials should include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references.