Postdoctoral Fellow - Pharmacology

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department in Bethesda, MD.

The role focuses on initiating and conducting research on mood disorders using mouse models of brain injury, with manuscript development already underway. This position offers the chance to lead innovative experiments, contribute to study design, and mentor junior members while upholding rigorous research

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral Fellow will initiate and carry out research projects with a team.
• Projects revolve around a focused line of inquiry with manuscript in development.
• Prior neuroscience experience is advantageous; a rigorous, eager approach to research is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead cutting-edge experiments and contribute to project design.
• Mentor junior lab members while maintaining high research standards.
• Collaborate with the Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department.

Job description

Join the HJF Team!
HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow is responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team. Pursuits research along a focused line of inquiry and has a manuscript in development.
This position will be in support of The Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department. The Nugent Lab investigates the neural circuit mechanisms underlying mood disorders using mouse models of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to lead cutting-edge experiments, contribute intellectually to project design, and mentor junior lab members while maintaining high-level research standards. While prior neuroscience experience is advantageous, an eager, rigorous approach to research is paramount.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.