NIH-Funded Research Scientist: Alzheimer's In Vivo

Nathan S. Kline Institute; Blauvelt (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Nathan Kline Institute (Orangeburg, NY) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to lead an independent project on Alzheimer’s disease using mouse models and systems neuroscience approaches. The role combines in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, chemogenetics, and behavioral testing to uncover cellular mechanisms of brain dysfunction.

The successful candidate will contribute to NIH-supported research, collaborate with computational neuroscientists, and mentor junior team members in a vibrant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with professional research experience in neuroscience or related field.
• Experience with in vivo electrophysiology and rodent surgeries is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work both independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent project on AD pathology and brain network dysfunction using mouse models.
• Analyze large-scale neural and behavioral data with collaborators.
• Develop and optimize experimental protocols and maintain detailed records.
• Present findings at meetings and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
• Support grant writing and stay updated with AD neuroscience advances.
• Mentor junior lab members and students.

Skills

in vivo electrophysiology

optogenetics

chemogenetics

behavioral testing

stereotaxic surgeries

electrode implantation

data analysis

MATLAB

Python

R

mentoring

grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

Nathan Kline Institute (Orangeburg, NY) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to lead an independent project on Alzheimer’s disease using mouse models and systems neuroscience approaches. The role combines in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, chemogenetics, and behavioral testing to uncover cellular mechanisms of brain dysfunction.

The successful candidate will contribute to NIH-supported research, collaborate with computational neuroscientists, and mentor junior team members in a vibrant