The Banbury Center, the small conference center at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, is renowned as the leading venue for discussion meetings of up to 36 invited participants. The topics of the meetings range across all areas of current biological research–molecular biology and genetics; bioinformatics and genomics; neuroscience and science policy.

We are seeking a highly motivated, versatile individual to share responsibilities for the Center's program with Dr. Jan Witkowski, the Executive Director. The successful applicant will have special responsibility for the program of meetings on disorders of mental health, with particular emphasis on genetic approaches. The assistant director will be responsible for identifying topics of scientific and clinical importance, interacting with experts on those topics, and preparing and submitting grants to cover a series of meetings. The successful candidate will interact extensively with other divisions of the Laboratory, notably the Meetings and Courses Program, the Dolan DNA Learning Center, and the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. or M.D. and at least three years experience of postdoctoral research in neuroscience, molecular biology or human molecular genetics. Preference will be given to individuals who have research experience in mental health related topics. Scientists working in editorial positions are also invited to apply. Excellent writing skills are essential and applicants will be asked to submit samples of their work. Most important is a willingness and enthusiasm to cultivate interests in a wide number of fields; to interact well with other people; and to work independently. The position is full-time.

Please send your CV and three references, preferably by e-mail, to the address below.

Type of employment: Full Time