Postdoctoral Scholar

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Tuition exemption

Training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar in Biological Sciences to join the Neurobiology of Memory lab led by Dr. Haam.

The project focuses on neural circuit mechanisms of memory formation using cutting-edge techniques, including photometry, electrophysiology, and computational analyses. The role involves in vivo/in vitro experiments, data analysis, mentoring students, grant writing support, and presenting findings at meetings and conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Solid background in neuroscience and biology, including electrophysiology, molecular biology, rodent behavioral testing, and computational approaches.

Responsibilities

• 60% Conduct in vivo or in vitro experiments to elucidate neural circuits responsible for memory formation.
• 20% Perform in-depth analysis of data and conduct literature search to keep abreast of the new findings in the field.
• 10% Train undergraduate and graduate students in the lab.
• 5% Assist in grant writing.
• 5% Present findings during lab meetings, departmental seminars, and scientific conferences.

Skills

Neuroscience

Biology

Electrophysiology

Molecular biology

Rodent behavior

Computational analysis

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

Related field

Tools

In vivo electrophysiology

In vitro electrophysiology

Calcium imaging

Transcriptomics

Computational neuroscience

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Scholar Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUAM Science - BioS - Neurobiology of Memory (Juhee Haam (00068132)) Work Location: A0603 Life Sciences Annex Pay Grade: Other Academic

Job Description: A NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Haam in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University (http://haamlab.org). Dr. Haam’s laboratory is interested in understanding the neural circuit basis of memory formation using cutting-edge experimental and computational approaches. The research projects will utilize multidisciplinary approaches that combine photometry, electrophysiology, miniature endoscopy, rodent behavior, histology, transcriptome, and computational analysis to investigate memory circuits in the entorhinal cortex and their interactions with the hippocampal and neocortical regions.

Duties

• 60% Conduct in vivo or in vitro experiments to elucidate neural circuits responsible for memory formation.
• 20% Perform in-depth analysis of data and conduct literature search to keep abreast of the new findings in the field.
• 10% Train undergraduate and graduate students in the lab.
• 5% Assist in grant writing.
• 5% Present findings during lab meetings, departmental seminars, and scientific conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Specific experience of Solid background in neuroscience and biology, which includes but is not limited to electrophysiology, molecular biology, rodent behavioral testing, and computational approaches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in in vivo or in vitro electrophysiology, calcium imaging, transcriptome, or computational neuroscience is preferred but not required.

Posting Date: September 1, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): December 30, 2026

Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• including health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences.

The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (“LSU”), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. Hebert Law Center and the School of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University at Alexandria Louisiana State University at Eunice Louisiana State University at Shreveport LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans LSU Health Science Center – Shreveport The Health Care Services Division Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Pennington Biomedical Research Center Any other college, university, school, institution, or program now or hereafter under the supervision and management of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College

In implementing its mission, LSU is committed to: Offering a broad array of undergraduate degree programs and extensive graduate research opportunities designed to attract and educate highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students; Employing faculty who are excellent teacher-scholars, nationally competitive in research and creative activities, and who contribute to a world-class knowledge base that is transferable to educational, professional, cultural, and economic enterprises; and Using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges.