Postdoc: Feeding Neuroscience via Two-Photon FLIM

Office of Intramural Training & Education; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) in Bethesda invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate feeding-related neural circuits using two-photon fluorescence lifetime imaging. The successful candidate will develop and lead a novel research direction within the Lutas lab, leveraging transgenic mice, viral reagents, and advanced microscopy.

We value scientific rigor, collaboration, and the ability to mentor others, present findings often, and

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, molecular/cell biology, physics, or related field.
• First-author publications demonstrating rigorous ownership of research.
• Experience with two-photon microscopy or fluorescence lifetime imaging preferred.
• Rodent models experience preferred but not required.
• Strong collaboration, curiosity, and high scientific standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a novel research direction within the Lutas lab.
• Mentor lab members, present findings, and contribute to grant writing.
• Utilize transgenic mice, viral reagents, and microscopy equipment.
• Publish high-quality, impactful experiments.

Skills

Ownership of rigorous research

Collaborative teamwork

Scientific curiosity

Grant writing ability

Presentation skills

Two-photon microscopy familiarity

Fluorescence lifetime imaging exposure

Education

PhD in neuroscience or related field

Tools

Two-photon microscopy

Fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM)

Transgenic mice techniques

Viral vector work

Job description

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) in Bethesda invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate feeding-related neural circuits using two-photon fluorescence lifetime imaging. The successful candidate will develop and lead a novel research direction within the Lutas lab, leveraging transgenic mice, viral reagents, and advanced microscopy.

We value scientific rigor, collaboration, and the ability to mentor others, present findings often, and