Postdoc: Systems Neuroscience & Addiction Circuitry

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Opportunities for publishing

Dynamic research environment

Job summary

A leading university in Pennsylvania is seeking a motivated postdoc for neuroscience research involving GLP-1R agonists and addiction studies. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and expertise in animal behavior tracking. Advanced skills in deep learning algorithms and circuit manipulation are preferred. The role offers opportunities to collaborate on NIH-funded projects and to contribute to impactful research in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• PhD-level systems neuroscientist with expertise in animal behavior tracking.
• Experience in circuit manipulation or recording is highly desirable.
• Background in computer programming and neuroinformatics tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the influence of GLP-1R agonists on addiction.
• Utilize advanced techniques for animal behavior tracking.
• Collaborate with a strong research team and publish findings.

Skills

Animal behavior tracking

Deep learning algorithms

Optogenetics

Chemogenetics

Fiber photometry

Computer programming

Neuroinformatics tools

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Med Associates operant conditioning apparatus

DSI telemetry

TDT fiber photometry

Matlab

Python

Job description

A leading university in Pennsylvania is seeking a motivated postdoc for neuroscience research involving GLP-1R agonists and addiction studies. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and expertise in animal behavior tracking. Advanced skills in deep learning algorithms and circuit manipulation are preferred. The role offers opportunities to collaborate on NIH-funded projects and to contribute to impactful research in a dynamic team environment.