Research Associate - Drosophila Neurogenetics & Sleep

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Research Associate in Academic Support Staff. The appointment is initially for one year with potential renewal based on performance and funding.

The successful candidate will use Drosophila models to study neural and molecular mechanisms of sensory processing and sleep, including genetics, imaging, and quantitative analyses. Candidates must hold a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology, or related field.
• Experience with Drosophila to investigate neural mechanisms of behavior is required.
• Strong background in sleep and sensory neuroscience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments using Drosophila genetics and behavioral assays.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and contribute to manuscripts.
• Mentor junior lab members and contribute to grant applications.

Skills

Drosophila neurogenetics

Sleep neuroscience

Behavioral analysis

Quantitative data analysis

Mentoring

Education

PhD in neuroscience or biology

Tools

Drosophila genetics

Fluorescence imaging

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Research Associate in Academic Support Staff. The appointment is initially for one year with potential renewal based on performance and funding.

The successful candidate will use Drosophila models to study neural and molecular mechanisms of sensory processing and sleep, including genetics, imaging, and quantitative analyses. Candidates must hold a Ph.D.