Post-Doctoral Fellowship, SOM, Neurosurgery

Virginia Commonwealth University; Virginia; On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine in Richmond, VA, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position in the Neurosurgery department. The project investigates cellular, molecular, and physiological mechanisms of neurological injuries, with collaboration among neuroscientists and clinicians.

Duties include conducting assays, preparing models, data analyses, presenting at meetings, drafting manuscripts, and assisting in lab operations; strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, pharmacology and toxicology, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology, protein biochemistry and traumatic brain injury is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to train and supervise students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cellular, molecular, and physiological assays to understand neurological injury pathology and identify treatment pathways.
• Prepare experimental models and specimens; assist in bioanalyses and interpretation of neuroimaging and behavioral data.
• Participate in experimental protocols and data analysis.
• Present research at local and national/international meetings and draft manuscripts.
• Participate in lab meetings and maintain inventory, equipment, and safety.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, pharmacology and toxicology, or related disciplines

Job description

Advertising Summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Post-doctoral employees are eligible for VCU's generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore post-doctoral benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/currentemployees/benefits/postdoctoral-employee-benefits/.

Unit

School Of Medicine MBU

Department

Neurosurgery

Department Summary

The Department of Neurosurgery at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), located in Richmond, Virginia invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position, available immediately. The research focuses on understanding the cellular, molecular, and physiological mechanisms of neurological injuries, including traumatic brain and spine injuries. The project involves close collaboration with other neuroscientists and clinicians within the institution and more broadly.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct cellular, molecular, and physiological assays to decipher the pathologyof neurological injury and identify pathways for novel treatment approaches.
• Prepare experimentalmodels and specimens and assist in bioanalyses and interpretation of neuroimaging and behavioralassessments.
• Participate in experimental protocols and data analysis.
• Present research at local andnational/international meetings and draft manuscripts for publication.
• Participate in general labmeetings.
• Other responsibilities (inventory management, equipment maintenance, lab safety,vivarium duties).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in neuroscience,pharmacology and toxicology, or related disciplines.
• Prior experience working with molecular biology, protein biochemistry, fluid hydrodynamics, and traumatic brain injury, is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated publication track record with one or more first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals for those with 1 year or more of prior postdoctoral training.
• Hands on experience with various molecular biology, protein chemistry, immunohistochemistry, and cell biology techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work both independently and as a part of a team.
• Ability to train, evaluate and supervise students and peer mentor lab assistants.

Salary Range

$63,480 - $70,000

Benefits

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

Hours per Week

40

ORP Eligible

Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement

Fully Onsite

Rank

Non Faculty

Contact Information

Contact Name: Shelvey Luo

Contact Email: [e-mail]