Post-Doctoral Associate - Molecular Medicine
Posted date [2026-09-20]
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Job Description and Requirements
Post-Doctoral Associate - Molecular MedicineJob Snapshot
Role: Post-Doctoral Associate - Molecular Medicine
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: Within the first 5 years post-PhD
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate to join the Magzoub Laboratory in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The research position focuses on Molecular Medicine and Chemical Biology, with particular emphasis on developing protein-based and synthetic small molecule inhibitors and novel drug delivery platforms targeting pathogenic protein self-assembly associated with Alzheimer\'s disease, Parkinson\'s disease, and type II diabetes. The successful candidate will conduct research under the supervision of Professor Mazin Magzoub.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Research Focus
The research project investigates therapeutic approaches to pathogenic protein self-assembly. Work will focus
on the development of inhibitors and delivery technologies relevant to diseases associated with protein misfolding and amyloid formation.
Key areas of investigation include:
* Protein-based inhibitors.
* Synthetic small molecule inhibitors.
* Novel drug delivery platforms.
* Pathogenic protein self-assembly.
* Protein misfolding diseases.
* Amyloid research.
* Molecular Medicine.
* Chemical Biology.
The research has relevance to pathogenic protein aggregation associated with Alzheimer\'s disease, Parkinson\'s disease, and type II diabetes.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold a PhD in a related field and be within the first five years following receipt of their PhD.
Applicants must demonstrate:
* Extensive research experience in protein misfolding diseases or amyloid research.
* Strong background in optical spectroscopy.
* Strong background in microscopy.
* Motivation to conduct research in Molecular Medicine and Chemical Biology.
Preferred Research Experience
Expertise using in vivo models relevant to the research program is highly desirable. Examples identified for this position include:
* C. elegans models.
* Mouse models.
Research Environment
The successful applicant will join the Magzoub Laboratory and conduct research under the supervision of Professor Mazin Magzoub. The position combines molecular medicine, chemical biology, protein science, spectroscopy, microscopy, inhibitor development, and drug delivery research.
This multidisciplinary research environment provides an opportunity to investigate the molecular processes underlying pathogenic protein self-assembly while developing potential strategies for inhibiting or controlling these processes.
Employment and Benefits
NYU Abu Dhabi states that the employment terms include:
* Competitive salary.
* Housing allowance.
* Other employment benefits.
Source-listed support for NYU Abu Dhabi research staff also includes educational assistance for dependents, access to health and wellness services, and support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Cover letter summarizing research experience and explaining specific interest in the position.
* Curriculum Vitae including a complete publication list.
* Academic transcript.
* Statement of research interests.
* Names and contact details for three references.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. The university integrates undergraduate education with advanced research and scholarship across science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi\'s international academic community includes students from more than 120 countries speaking over 100 languages. Together with NYU\'s campuses in New York and Shanghai, the university supports multidisciplinary research, international academic collaboration, and advanced scholarship within a globally connected academic environment.
Key areas of investigation include:
* Protein-based inhibitors.
* Synthetic small molecule inhibitors.
* Novel drug delivery platforms.
* Pathogenic protein self-assembly.
* Protein misfolding diseases.
* Amyloid research.
* Molecular Medicine.
* Chemical Biology.
The research has relevance to pathogenic protein aggregation associated with Alzheimer\'s disease, Parkinson\'s disease, and type II diabetes.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold a PhD in a related field and be within the first five years following receipt of their PhD.
Applicants must demonstrate:
* Extensive research experience in protein misfolding diseases or amyloid research.
* Strong background in optical spectroscopy.
* Strong background in microscopy.
* Motivation to conduct research in Molecular Medicine and Chemical Biology.
Preferred Research Experience
Expertise using in vivo models relevant to the research program is highly desirable. Examples identified for this position include:
* C. elegans models.
* Mouse models.
Research Environment
The successful applicant will join the Magzoub Laboratory and conduct research under the supervision of Professor Mazin Magzoub. The position combines molecular medicine, chemical biology, protein science, spectroscopy, microscopy, inhibitor development, and drug delivery research.
This multidisciplinary research environment provides an opportunity to investigate the molecular processes underlying pathogenic protein self-assembly while developing potential strategies for inhibiting or controlling these processes.
Employment and Benefits
NYU Abu Dhabi states that the employment terms include:
* Competitive salary.
* Housing allowance.
* Other employment benefits.
Source-listed support for NYU Abu Dhabi research staff also includes educational assistance for dependents, access to health and wellness services, and support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Cover letter summarizing research experience and explaining specific interest in the position.
* Curriculum Vitae including a complete publication list.
* Academic transcript.
* Statement of research interests.
* Names and contact details for three references.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. The university integrates undergraduate education with advanced research and scholarship across science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi\'s international academic community includes students from more than 120 countries speaking over 100 languages. Together with NYU\'s campuses in New York and Shanghai, the university supports multidisciplinary research, international academic collaboration, and advanced scholarship within a globally connected academic environment.
