Postdoc in Neuroscience: Epigenetic Gene Regulation

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Taniguchi Lab at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar to investigate experience-dependent gene expression and epigenetic mechanisms in the brain using mouse models. The project focuses on DNA hybrids, chromatin regulation, and transcriptional control, employing molecular, genomic, and behavioral techniques.

The successful candidate will design and conduct independent research, perform in vivo and molecular experiments, analyze data,

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience or a closely related field.
• Experience with molecular biology and genomic approaches.
• Experience with mouse behavioral experiments and in vivo studies.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct independent research on gene expression and epigenetic regulation in the brain.
• Plan and execute experiments, collect and analyze data, develop molecular/genetic approaches, and prepare manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Collaborate with lab members and investigators and train junior researchers.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genomics

Chromatin

Behavioral neuroscience

Education

PhD in Neuroscience

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Viral constructs

Job description

The Taniguchi Lab at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar to investigate experience-dependent gene expression and epigenetic mechanisms in the brain using mouse models. The project focuses on DNA hybrids, chromatin regulation, and transcriptional control, employing molecular, genomic, and behavioral techniques.

The successful candidate will design and conduct independent research, perform in vivo and molecular experiments, analyze data,