Post Doctoral Scholar- Neuroscience

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar in the Neuroscience Department. The role focuses on developing neuromodulation strategies to promote respiratory motor recovery after spinal cord injury, using non-invasive spinal stimulation and respiratory circuits in preclinical models.

You will design experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in rodent spinal cord injury models, motor function, histological analyses.
• Strong experimental design and data analysis skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct independent and collaborative experiments on spinal stimulation and recovery.
• Develop and troubleshoot protocols related to spinal stimulation and electrophysiology.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and present experimental data; contribute to manuscripts and grant applications.
• Present findings at conferences and supervise graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Rodent SCI models

Motor function analysis

Histology

Education

PhD or equivalent degree

Job description

The Post Doctoral Scholar will pursue advanced research training within the Department of Neuroscience, with a focus on developing neuromodulation strategies to promote respiratory motor recovery following spinal cord injury (SCI). The successful candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research under the guidance of the principal investigator to investigate the neural mechanisms underlying spinal stimulation-induced changes in motor function and plasticity, with particular emphasis on non-invasive spinal stimulation and respiratory motor circuits. The researcher will independently design and conduct experiments using preclinical models of SCI; develop, optimize, and troubleshoot experimental techniques and protocols related to spinal stimulation, electrophysiology, respiratory physiology, and neurobehavioral assessment; collect, analyze, interpret, and present experimental data; and contribute to the development of new approaches for evaluating neural circuit function and therapeutic efficacy. The researcher will participate in the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, reports, and grant applications; present research findings at local, national, and international scientific conferences, workshops, and seminars; collaborate with investigators across neuroscience, rehabilitation, engineering, and related disciplines; train laboratory personnel in specialized research techniques; and contribute to the supervision and mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students. The position will provide opportunities to develop an independent research program at the intersection of spinal cord injury, neural plasticity, respiratory motor control, and translational neuromodulation.

Minimum Education Required

PhD or equivalent degree required.

Qualifications Required

Significant experience in rodent spinal cord injury models, motor function, histological analyses.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.