Instructor in Translational Neuroscience

Upenn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine invites applications for an Instructor in the Academic Support Staff within the Department of Psychiatry. The appointment is initially for one year with possible renewal based on performance and funding.

The role focuses on translational neuroscience research related to ECT and neuromodulation, requiring MD or PhD or equivalent, and offering collaboration across neuroscience, engineering, and clinical teams.

Qualifications

• MD or PhD or equivalent degree required.
• Experience in translational neuroscience preferred.
• Strong analytical and experimental design skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct translational neuroscience research focused on mechanisms of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and neuromodulation using animal models and human neuroimaging.
• Design and perform in vivo optical imaging, electrophysiology, behavioral phenotyping, and computational analysis.
• Develop and implement clinical translational research protocols related to ECT and other neuromodulation interventions.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare manuscripts and presentations for scientific meetings.
• Mentor students and research staff; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within Penn Psychiatry and affiliated programs.

Education

MD or PhD or equivalent

Job description

University of Pennsylvania: Perelman School of Medicine: Perelman School of Medicine - Psychiatry

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Deadline

Jun 02, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Instructor position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of neurophysiology, systems neuroscience, translational neuroimaging, or related fields. Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities may include conducting translational neuroscience research focused on mechanisms of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and neuromodulation using mouse models and human neuroimaging approaches; designing and performing experiments involving in vivo optical imaging, electrophysiology, behavioral phenotyping, and computational analysis; contributing to the development and implementation of clinical translational research protocols related to ECT and other neuromodulation interventions; analyzing and interpreting experimental data; preparing manuscripts and presentations for scientific meetings and peer-reviewed publication; assisting with mentorship and training of students and research staff; and participating in collaborative interdisciplinary research activities within the Department of Psychiatry and affiliated neuroscience programs.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to work closely with faculty across psychiatry, neurology, neuroscience, engineering, and neuroimaging; leverage advanced optical imaging and systems neuroscience approaches in both animal models and human studies; contribute to ongoing clinical and translational investigations in ECT and related interventions; pursue career development and extramural funding opportunities; and participate in the education and mentorship of trainees within Penn Psychiatry’s physician-scientist training environment.

Prior experience with translational neuroscience research, in vivo imaging, electrophysiology, computational analysis, or neuromodulation approaches is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment are highly desirable.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.