The The Division of Surgical Science of Surgery at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the individual will train in developing and participating in a research project that focuses on cellular and molecular mechanism underlying neuronal degeneration relevant to basic and translational study in novel transgenic mouse model of aging and Alzheimer?s disease. This Postdoctoral position will focus on the study of cellular and neuronal function and neurodegeneration in primary neurons and in brain of in vivo animals. Responsibilities include: