Monell is an equal opportunity employer.

You may apply for positions posted on this site by fax, mail or email. Please be sure to reference the position title in all correspondence.

Fax: Send a cover letter and a resume to 215-898-2084.

Mail: Monell Chemical Senses Center
Attn: Human Resources Administrator
3500 Market Street
Philadelphia PA 19104-3308

Email: Please submit your resume to the specific email listed for each ad. If no email address is provided or for general inquiries, contact

Scientific Staff Openings

All positions require a Ph.D. or M.D. in the appropriate field(s) and experience as indicated.

Faculty Positions In Chemosensory Research

The Monell Chemical Senses Center invites applications for full-time faculty positions. We seek outstanding investigators from diverse disciplines who are interested in pursuing clinical or basic research in the chemical senses and/or allied disciplines (e.g., neuroscience or nutrition) as they relate to the chemical senses. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or M.D. and have postdoctoral experience. Prior experience in chemosensory research is not required. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and fund an independent research program and collaborate with colleagues at the Center. Both junior and senior level applicants are welcome. The Monell Center, founded in 1968, is the world’s premier institute devoted to basic, multidisciplinary research on the mechanisms and function of olfaction, gustation and chemesthesis.

Applicants should send the following materials in electronic form to : a curriculum vitae, three representative publications, statement of research interests and the names and addresses of three individuals willing to provide letters of reference. Applications will be accepted until October 14th, 2011 when review will begin.

Postdoctoral Position – Human genetic variation in olfactory perception

A postdoctoral position is immediately available at the Monell Chemical Senses Center in the laboratory of Dr. Joel Mainland. The research project will focus on the role of human genetic variation in olfactory perception using both molecular biology and psychophysics techniques.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in molecular biology, neuroscience, psychology, or a related area. Prior experience in molecular biology, cell culture, bioinformatics, or human psychophysics is preferred. Please send a CV, publications, and contact information for three references, as well as a cover letter describing your research interests. For further information, please contact Dr. Joel Mainland at .

Postdoctoral Position – Cognitive neuroimaging

A postdoctoral position is available at the Cognitive Neuroimaging Laboratory at the Monell Chemical Senses Center to study neuronal and behavioral processing of chemosignals and multimodal stimuli in humans. Our lab is concerned with basic research to achieve a better understanding of the cerebral basis for chemosensory and multimodal processing. In particular, the lab is concerned with the complex processing of social chemosignals – signals that act in the border between perception and cognition – and the neural integration of several of our stimulus modalities. This work covers a wide range of methods, including psychophysical and cognitive tests in healthy individuals, functional brain imaging (functional magnetic resonance imaging and EEG/ERP), structural brain imaging, and morphometry.

Ideal candidates will have a PhD (and possibly postdoctoral experience) in psychology, neuroscience, biology, or a related field with a strong background in neuroimaging methods, and should have a demonstrated record of productivity. Programming skills in Matlab for acquisition and data processing are advantageous. The successful candidate will become an integral member of the center and have the opportunity to develop independent projects or collaborative projects with some of the top behavioral and neuroscience researchers examining chemosensory and multimodal processing.

Position is available from May 2010 or according to agreement. Salary is in accordance with NIH standards and based on qualifications. Please send cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references to : Dr. Johan Lundstrom, Monell Chemical Senses Center 3500 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 or e-mail

Postdoctoral Positions at Monell

Positions are currently available for interdisciplinary training and research in the areas of Sensation and Perception, Genetics, Neuroscience and Molecular Biology, Environmental and Occupational Health, Nutrition and Appetite, Health and Well-Being, and Chemical Ecology and Communication. Approaches include clinical medicine, chemistry, biochemistry, organismal and molecular biology, animal and human psychophysics, organ- and neurophysiology, including single cell, whole nerve and in situ brain recordings, neuroanatomy, experimental psychology, environmental sampling and human exposure assessment. A background in chemosensory research is not required.

Requirements include a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent. Stipend is in accordance with NIH standards. Some positions are supported by a NIH training grant. Those who seek appointment to one of these positions should be a US Citizen or a permanent resident alien. Other positions also are available. Send C.V., cover letter explaining your experience and career goals, and the names and means to contact three references to: Personnel Administrator, Monell Chemical Senses Center, 3500 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104 or email .

Research Staff Openings

All positions require a Bachelors degree in the appropriate field(s) and experience as indicated.

We have no research staff openings at this time.

Administrative Openings

Director of Development

As a member of the Center’s senior management team, the Director of Development will

• Plan and execute a comprehensive development program that includes annual giving, major gifts, institutional giving and planned giving;
• Partner with the President of the Center to coordinate all philanthropic programs;
• Support the Center’s Board of Directors and International Advisory Committee in their development outreach;
• Work closely with Center investigators to develop competitive funding opportunities;
• Collaborate with the Center’s communications staff to raise Monell’s visibility and communicate the significance of its research to the general public and the donor community;
• Supervise a development assistant with responsibility for gift processing and database management.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, and have a strong appreciation for the importance of basic research. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential, along with the ability to influence and engage donors and build long-term relationships. At least five years of successful fundraising experience is required, preferably in a research or academic environment. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s or PhD degree in a science discipline is preferred. Some travel is required. Salary is competitive based on experience and a comprehensive benefit program is offered.

Please send resume and cover letter to .

Monell Chemical Senses Center is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

“The first time I came to Monell, I was struck by the spirit that pervades the place. It was thrilling to see scientists 20 and 30 years into their research careers bubbling over with energy, excitement and ideas. I was — and remain — enchanted by the opportunities for cross-fertilization.”
Pamela Dalton, Ph.D. Environmental and Occupational Health Psychologist