Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Postdoctoral Associate- Neurobiology

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research in neurobiology, focusing on pain mechanisms and related topics. The role involves independent research, data analysis, and collaboration with faculty in the Department of Anesthesiology. Ideal candidates will hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field and may have experience in advanced laboratory techniques. This position offers an opportunity to engage in impactful research within a supportive academic community.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree, or anticipated before start.
• 3 years of research experience for Senior role required.
• Expertise in protein, RNA, DNA analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in pain neurobiology and related fields.
• Analyze data and assist in manuscript writing.
• Manage lab operations and train students.

Skills

Analysis of protein

RNA analysis

DNA analysis

Immunostaining

Confocal imaging

Education

Doctoral degree in Neurobiology or related field

Job description

Job Description - Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Postdoctoral Associate- Neurobiology (2500101)

Postdoctoral Associate:

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent), or an anticipated degree completed prior to start date, in Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or a closely related field. Applicants should provide an updated CV, contact information for at least 3 referees, and a research statement that describes prior research focus, discusses research interests and mentions which faculty member(s) they are interested in working with.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the analysis of protein, RNA and DNA, immunostaining and confocal imaging.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will work in the lab of one of the Principal Investigators in the Department of Anesthesiology . The department has a small but growing group in basic research scientists whose work spans investigation of the neurobiology of pain, aging, neurodegeneration, neurogenesis, and fundamental aspects of behavioral neurobiology.The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research in collaboration with a Principal Investigator and ensure that all experiments are appropriately performed following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research experiments in the field of pain research.
• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings

Senior Postdoctoral Associate:

Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent), or an anticipated degree completed prior to start date, in Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or a closely related field . Three years of Research experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the analysis of protein, RNA and DNA, immunostaining and confocal imaging.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will work with a Principal Investigator in the Department of Anesthesiology . The incumbent will conduct independent research under the guidance and mentorship of the Principal Investigator.The research PIs in the department have areas of focus that include mechanisms of pain, mechanisms of neurodegeneration, other areas of neurobiology, and Cancer biology. The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately performed following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

• Carry out independent and/or teach research in the field of Neurobiology. Will design and develop the research experiments to achieve research goal.
• Analyze and evaluate data, utilizing specialized techniques. Manuscript writing for publications in scientific journals. Oral presentation during lab meetings. May attend conferences and seminars.
• Lab management, including oversight/supervision of Undergraduate and/or Graduate students, Research Technicians, or provide training in various research methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Notes:

Applicants should provide an updated CV, contact information for at least 3 references, a research statement that describes prior research focus, discusses research interests and mention which faculty member(s) they are interested in working with in the Anesthesiology Department if they know any.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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Job Number:

Job Number:

2500101

Official Job Title : Postdoctoral Associate

Job Field

Job Field

: Post Doctoral

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Anesthesiology

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Shift Shift Hours : 8:00am-5:00pm

Posting Start Date

Posting Start Date

: May 19, 2025

Posting End Date

Appointment Type : Regular

Salary Grade : E89

SBU Area : The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook