Postdoctoral Research Associate-Giannotti Lab
- Washington State University
- Pullman, Washington
- Full Time
Postdoctoral Research Associate-Giannotti Lab
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
May 27, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate-Giannotti Lab
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
A full time Postdoctoral Fellow/PhD-trained Scientific Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Giuseppe Giannotti, in the Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) at Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA.
We are seeking highly motivated postdoctoral fellows to join our NIH-funded research program investigating the neurobiological overlap between opioid withdrawal and relapse. Our work focuses on mapping neuronal circuits and engrams that encode withdrawal states and assessing their contribution to heroin-seeking behavior using established preclinical models of opioid use disorder. The research integrates a range of techniques, including in vivo and ex vivo optogenetics, fiber photometry, slice electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and heroin self-administration. Fellows will receive comprehensive technical and conceptual training tailored to the project, along with robust mentorship in developing independent research directions and competitive extramural funding proposals. Candidates with demonstrated experience in rodent behavioral models, sterile surgical techniques, electrophysiology, fiber photometry, or Python-based data analysis will be particularly competitive.
The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience ( is an academic unit in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. International neuroscience faculty within the department form highly collaborative research units that study substance abuse, ingestive behavior, stress, and sleep neurobiology. Thus, the candidate will have ample opportunities for collaboration and co-mentoring. Postdocs can compete for both intramural and external research grants. Furthermore, the department offers baccalaureate and doctoral degree programs in Neuroscience, in addition to postdoctoral training. The department is housed in an award-winning, ultra-modern BSL-2 research facility on the Pullman campus of Washington State University, and it is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopy, imaging, electrophysiology, cell biology, and behavioral testing equipment. Pullman is a college town located in the heart of the Palouse, on the Southeast border of Washington State, with easy access to innumerable outdoor recreation opportunities. It has received accolades for highest quality of life, healthy community, safety, and green transportation.
Additional Information:
Annual Salary:
$61,008 - $65,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
May 27, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate-Giannotti Lab
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
A full time Postdoctoral Fellow/PhD-trained Scientific Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Giuseppe Giannotti, in the Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) at Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA.
We are seeking highly motivated postdoctoral fellows to join our NIH-funded research program investigating the neurobiological overlap between opioid withdrawal and relapse. Our work focuses on mapping neuronal circuits and engrams that encode withdrawal states and assessing their contribution to heroin-seeking behavior using established preclinical models of opioid use disorder. The research integrates a range of techniques, including in vivo and ex vivo optogenetics, fiber photometry, slice electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and heroin self-administration. Fellows will receive comprehensive technical and conceptual training tailored to the project, along with robust mentorship in developing independent research directions and competitive extramural funding proposals. Candidates with demonstrated experience in rodent behavioral models, sterile surgical techniques, electrophysiology, fiber photometry, or Python-based data analysis will be particularly competitive.
The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience ( is an academic unit in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. International neuroscience faculty within the department form highly collaborative research units that study substance abuse, ingestive behavior, stress, and sleep neurobiology. Thus, the candidate will have ample opportunities for collaboration and co-mentoring. Postdocs can compete for both intramural and external research grants. Furthermore, the department offers baccalaureate and doctoral degree programs in Neuroscience, in addition to postdoctoral training. The department is housed in an award-winning, ultra-modern BSL-2 research facility on the Pullman campus of Washington State University, and it is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopy, imaging, electrophysiology, cell biology, and behavioral testing equipment. Pullman is a college town located in the heart of the Palouse, on the Southeast border of Washington State, with easy access to innumerable outdoor recreation opportunities. It has received accolades for highest quality of life, healthy community, safety, and green transportation.
Additional Information:
Annual Salary:
$61,008 - $65,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the
Job ID: 480253436
Originally Posted on: 6/7/2025
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