Neuroscience Postdoc: Neural Circuits & Behavior

VS-Postdoc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reduction for qualified family members

Job summary

VS-Postdoc is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Tucson, AZ, to conduct cutting-edge neuroscience research within a supportive lab environment. The role involves exploring neural circuitry related to mouse behavioral assays utilizing advanced techniques including electrophysiology and calcium imaging. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field and ideally have two years of experience with animal models. The position offers excellent benefits, including health insurance and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. is required upon hire.
• Two years experience with animal models is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in neuroscience techniques is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on neural circuitry.
• Analyze and interpret research data.
• Supervise and train undergraduate students or lab members.

Skills

Complex in vivo and/or ex vivo methods

Electrophysiology

Miniscope calcium imaging

Fiber photometry

Data analysis

Research collaboration

Neural activity measurement

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field

Tools

Chemogenetics

Optogenetics

Calcium imaging

Job description

VS-Postdoc is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Tucson, AZ, to conduct cutting-edge neuroscience research within a supportive lab environment. The role involves exploring neural circuitry related to mouse behavioral assays utilizing advanced techniques including electrophysiology and calcium imaging. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field and ideally have two years of experience with animal models. The position offers excellent benefits, including health insurance and paid vacation.