Postdoctoral Scholar, Neurovascular

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for a neurovascular imaging lab. The role focuses on neural-vascular communication to regulate blood flow and match metabolic demand in the brain.

The successful candidate will perform in vitro and in vivo experiments, including delicate surgeries and high-precision imaging. Strong communication and independent work are essential; Matlab proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform in vitro and/or in vivo experiments; experience in imaging and electrophysiology.
• Willingness to troubleshoot complex technical experiments and adapt procedures as needed.
• Ability to work independently and think critically about projects.
• Experience with animal models and strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with neurovascular biology and microscopy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent experiments studying neurovascular coupling and cerebral blood flow regulation.
• Perform experiments involving delicate surgeries, pharmacological manipulations, and advanced imaging.
• Write manuscripts and present data at national and international conferences.
• Demonstrate technical adaptability and creativity in experimental protocols; contribute to data analysis.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Communication skills

Animal models

Imaging

Electrophysiology

Education

Ph.D. in vascular biology or neuroscience

Tools

Matlab

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking for a postdoctoral fellow to join a neurovascular imaging laboratory at the University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine. The applicant will have deep understanding of how neural cells communicating with the vasculature to regulate blood flow matching metabolic demands.

The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting independent experiments in the study of neurovascular coupling and cerebral blood flow regulation. The applicant will perform experiments involving delicate surgeries, complex pharmacological manipulations and highly technical imaging. We are looking for someone who has extensive knowledge of vascular biology and/or neuroscience. The applicant will require to write manuscripts and present data at national and international conferences. The position requires extensive technical skills, ability to adapt, troubleshoot experimental protocols, and some scientific creativity. Some computer skills including Matlab is highly recommended.

Our lab utilizes two-photon fluorescent light microscope (TPFLM) to understand how neural cells communicate with vascular cells to regulate blood flow to match with metabolic needs. The unique strengths of our approach include state-of-the art TPFLM, awake in vivo mouse model, and advanced techniques to probe different physiological parameters to understand the interaction among members of the neurovascular units and how local signals are integrated to globally regulate blood flow distribution to match moment-to-moment brain activity.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in vascular biology or neuroscience.
• The applicant must have demonstrated ability to perform in vitro and/or in vivo experiments; demonstrated experience in imaging and electrophysiology.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot complex technical experiments and change procedures as required.
• Must be able to work independently and think critically about the projects.
• Must have demonstrated ability to work with animal models.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills.
• Completion of a doctoral degree in the appropriate discipline is required.
• The doctoral degree must have been completed within the five years immediately preceding the first date of appointment as a postdoctoral fellow at the University.
• The individual cannot have held previous positions in the professional ranks.

Compensation Grade

Postdoctoral Scholar

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Department Information

The Tran Lab examines the cellular communication between different members of the neurovascular unit and the role it plays in regulating blood flow control and the functionality of neural cells in the brain. Through their research, the lab aims to uncover potential targets for diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as stroke and dementia.

https://med.unr.edu/directory/research-labs/tran-lab

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

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