Neuroscience Research Scientist: Insect Neural Circuits

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg (VA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA invites applications for a Research Scientist to conduct independent and collaborative research on molecular, cellular, and circuit‑level analyses of thermosensory systems in insects. The role emphasizes publications and external presentations, with collaboration across lab members and external partners.

Qualified candidates will have a PhD in Neuroscience or related fields and strong experience in electrophysiology, imaging, and data analysis.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biology, or related discipline.
• Experience in electrophysiology or calcium imaging and the associated analysis.
• Experience with a microscope such as confocal or two-photon scopes.
• Demonstrated research productivity through peer‑reviewed publications and/or preprints.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on thermosensory systems across insect species.
• Contribute to peer‑reviewed publications and external presentations.
• Collaborate with lab members and external partners.
• Commit to a minimum of two years.

Kenntnisse

Independent work

Collaborative research

Publications & presentations

Research agility

Data analysis & interpretation

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Neuroscience/ Biology or related discipline

Tools

Confocal / two-photon microscopy

Jobbeschreibung

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA invites applications for a Research Scientist to conduct independent and collaborative research on molecular, cellular, and circuit‑level analyses of thermosensory systems in insects. The role emphasizes publications and external presentations, with collaboration across lab members and external partners.

Qualified candidates will have a PhD in Neuroscience or related fields and strong experience in electrophysiology, imaging, and data analysis.