Postdoctoral Fellow in Neural Engineering for Drug Behavior

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA); Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking a junior postdoctoral researcher focusing on the neural mechanisms of motivated behavior. This role involves conducting research related to drug self-administration and relapse within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will hold a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field and possess experience in behavioral, systems, or computational neuroscience. Applications should include a CV and a statement of research interests submitted to the designated contact.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral neuroscience, systems neuroscience, or computational neuroscience.
• Self-motivated and able to work collaboratively.
• Strong research interest in neural mechanisms of motivated behavior.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on neural mechanisms of drug self-administration and relapse.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Utilize various imaging methods including miniscope.

Skills

behavioral neuroscience

systems neuroscience

computational neuroscience

collaborative work

Education

Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field

Tools

miniscope imaging

Job description

A leading research institute in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking a junior postdoctoral researcher focusing on the neural mechanisms of motivated behavior. This role involves conducting research related to drug self-administration and relapse within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will hold a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field and possess experience in behavioral, systems, or computational neuroscience. Applications should include a CV and a statement of research interests submitted to the designated contact.