Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Neuroscience

VS-Postdoc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reduction for qualified family members

Job summary

VS-Postdoc is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Tucson, AZ, to conduct cutting-edge neuroscience research within a supportive lab environment. The role involves exploring neural circuitry related to mouse behavioral assays utilizing advanced techniques including electrophysiology and calcium imaging. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field and ideally have two years of experience with animal models. The position offers excellent benefits, including health insurance and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. is required upon hire.
• Two years experience with animal models is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in neuroscience techniques is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on neural circuitry.
• Analyze and interpret research data.
• Supervise and train undergraduate students or lab members.

Skills

Complex in vivo and/or ex vivo methods

Electrophysiology

Miniscope calcium imaging

Fiber photometry

Data analysis

Research collaboration

Neural activity measurement

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field

Tools

Chemogenetics

Optogenetics

Calcium imaging

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Neuroscience

Position is open in the laboratory of Dr. Lindsay Halladay in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ.

Position Highlights

A postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Lindsay Halladay in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. We are seeking a highly self‑motivated individual with a proven record of productivity and demonstrated knowledge in complex in vivo and/or ex vivo methods, such as electrophysiology, miniscope calcium imaging, fiber photometry, etc.

The lab's research focus involves mouse behavioral models and a variety of high‑tech tools used to interrogate neural circuits. Tools used include chemogenetics, optogenetics, fiber photometry, in vivo electrophysiology, and calcium imaging. Project topics include investigations into the effects of early stress, as well as aversion- and reward‑based systems. A willingness to learn new techniques is essential for success in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

Will perform independent and collaborative research projects investigating neural circuitry related to mouse behavioral assays, using tools to manipulate and measure neural activity.

Will analyze and interpret data as well as write manuscripts.

Will assist in the supervision and training of undergraduate students or other lab members.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years experience working with animal models in a similar field.

Benefits

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.