Asst Research Scientist - Neuroscience and Pharmacology
Required Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in neuroscience, molecular and cellular biology, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of postdoctoral research experience in a neuroscience-related field
- A record of authorship of peer-reviewed original research
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and able to manage projects independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency in the following:
- Rodent behavioral techniques
- Stereotaxic surgeries
- Electrophysiology
- Molecular biology techniques
- Histology and Confocal microscopy
- Statistical analysis software, Image J, and Adobe Illustrator
Desirable Qualifications:
- Prior experience with intracranial infusions and implantation of cannulae, optical fibers and/or electrodes
- Prior experience with mouse models of neurological disease
- Prior experience in slice electrophysiology
- Experience with calcium imaging
- Experience with light sheet microscopy
- Experience with single-cell RNAseq
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume or CV (under submission relevant materials) and cover letter that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Please also include a list of 3 references.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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