Visiting Research Scientist - Molecular and Integrative Physiology

Visiting Research Scientist - Molecular and Integrative Physiology

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Job Summary

Employ molecular, cellular and electrophysiological approaches to study neuronal hyperexcitability and cognition in autism spectrum disorders using genetic mouse models.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performing multi-electrode array electrophysiology on mouse primary neurons to measure neural network activity
• Preparing primary mouse cortical and/or hippocampal neuron for biochemistry experiments
• Performing confocal microscopy using primary mouse neurons, performing electron microscopy using mouse brain sections, performing gene transfection in neurons and cultured cells
• Performing biochemistry, including western blotting and in vitro protein purification, using mouse tissues or cultured cells
• Performing rodent behavioral assays
• Managing mouse colonies and genotyping
• Assisting in training graduate and undergraduate students, collaborating with internal and external researchers as necessary
• Preparing manuscripts for publication, formulating grant proposals for federal and private funding agencies
• Assisting the Principal Investigator in preparing progress reports for grants supporting the research

Required Qualifications

PhD degree with experience in neuroscience or related field of study

Successful Candidates Will Have:

• Publish at least one first-author paper in autism or neurodevelopmental disorders Successfully obtained at least one external grant or fellowship knowledge of performing electron microscopy using mouse brain sections knowledge of operating Axion Maestro Edge Multi-Electrode Array recording apparatus Ability to clearly communicate results and their importance. Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Commitment to creating an inclusive environment Ability to assume responsibility and to work independently with minimum guidance. Ability to work harmoniously with faculty, staff, and students from a wide variety of disciplines
• Experience in molecular neuroscience, working with autism or neurodevelopmental mouse models and studying post-transcriptional gene regulation in the brain.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the application deadline. The budgeted salary for this position is $63,000

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

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Requisition ID : 1029780
Job Category : Research
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