Postdoctoral Research Associate - School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Location: Vestal, NY Category: Professional & Support Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Oct 13 2026 Job Description:

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the research group of Assistant Professor Yanyan Li in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, at the State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton University. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our lab.

Current research areas in the Li lab include maternal stress and drug exposure on early-life health, gut-brain interactions in aging-related disorders, and microbiome-immune interactions in inflammatory diseases. More information about the Li lab can be found at:

https://www.binghamton.edu/pharmacy-and-pharmaceutical-sciences/academics/departments/pharmaceutical-sciences/profile.html?id=YanyanLi

The lab integrates preclinical mechanistic studies with human research, using molecular and cellular approaches, animal models of diseases, microbiome and metabolome analyses, and translational research approaches. The postdoctoral researcher will have opportunities to develop and lead independent research projects, contribute to collaborative projects, publish scientific manuscripts, present research at scientific conferences, and participate in grant development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement research plans, develop and optimize experimental procedures and troubleshoot technical challenges, and collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data.

• Maintain detailed, accurate, and up-to-date records of experimental procedures and results.

• Write manuscripts, present research findings at conferences, and contribute to grant preparation and development of new research directions.

• Mentor and assist in the training of graduate students and undergraduate students.

• Participate in collaborative research activities within the lab and with interdisciplinary research teams.

• Perform other research-related duties consistent with the objectives of the position and professional standards established by the PI.

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Ph.D. in immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences, microbiology, or a closely related field.

• 0-3 years of postdoc experience.

• A strong record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.

• Demonstrated wet-lab research experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular, cellular, immunological techniques, metagenomics and metabolomics, and in vivo animal studies.

• Research experience in maternal-fetal/infant health or human studies is highly? desirable but not required.

• Ability to independently design experiments, analyze and interpret data, troubleshoot? experimental challenges, and contribute to scientific discussions.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research? environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary ranges from $60,000 - $63,000 commensurate with the candidate's qualifications. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment with the possibility of annual renewal based on performance and funding availability.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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