Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuropharmacology & Behavior

Vcu Rrtc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 57,132 - 69,828; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Pharmacology and Toxicology to study transporter mechanisms underlying brain disorders. The successful candidate will perform in vivo studies using mice, cell culture, and brain tissue to explore GPCR-linked transporter regulation and its impact on behavior.

The role requires data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaboration with team members.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biotechnology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biological sciences, behavioral pharmacology, or the equivalent with experience in animal studies and cell biology.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Experimental plans, conducting experiments based on the hypothesis and goals
• Data analysis and presentation, manuscript preparations
• Animal colony maintenance as needed
• Literature search

Education

PhD in biotechnology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biological sciences, behavioral pharmacology, or the equivalent

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Pharmacology and Toxicology to study transporter mechanisms underlying brain disorders. The successful candidate will perform in vivo studies using mice, cell culture, and brain tissue to explore GPCR-linked transporter regulation and its impact on behavior.

The role requires data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaboration with team members.