Memory Circuit Postdoc: Electrophysiology & Computation

ScholarLink Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a NIH-funded postdoctoral scholar in the laboratory of Dr. Haam, Department of Biological Sciences.

The research focuses on neural circuits of memory using electrophysiology, transcriptomics, and computational analysis. The successful candidate will perform in vivo/in vitro experiments, data analysis, train students, assist in grant writing, and present findings at meetings and conferences.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrophysiology techniques and data analysis.
• Background in molecular biology or related molecular assays.
• Familiarity with rodent behavioral assays and data interpretation.
• Computational data analysis and literature review skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vivo or in vitro experiments to study memory circuits.
• Perform detailed data analysis and literature review.
• Train undergraduate and graduate students in lab techniques.
• Assist in grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Present findings at lab meetings, seminars, and conferences.

Skills

Electrophysiology

Molecular Biology

Rodent Behavioral Testing

Computational Approaches

Job description

About the Position

A NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Haam in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University. The research involves understanding neural circuits of memory using multidisciplinary methods including electrophysiology, transcriptomics, and computational analysis.

Research Interests

• Conduct in vivo or in vitro experiments to elucidate neural circuits responsible for memory formation
• Perform in-depth data analysis and literature review
• Train undergraduate and graduate students
• Assist in grant writing
• Present findings during lab meetings, seminars, and conferences

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Electrophysiology
• Molecular Biology
• Rodent Behavioral Testing
• Computational Approaches

Other Requirements & Additional Info

Employment type: FULL_TIME

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