Research Associate in Psychiatric Neuroscience

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Philadelphia seeks a Research Associate to investigate brain mechanisms underlying pain and drug addiction. The role involves designing studies and employing advanced neuroscience techniques, with a strong emphasis on data analysis and manuscript preparation. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in neuroscience and have relevant expertise. This position offers a chance to significantly contribute to translational neuroscience.

Qualifications

• Expertise in neuroscience required.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets.
• Experience in preparing scientific manuscripts.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experimental studies.
• Investigate brain mechanisms underlying pain and drug addiction.
• Prepare scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.

Skills

Neuroscience techniques

Data analysis

Experimental design

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

In vivo calcium imaging

Optogenetics

Chemogenetics

Single-cell RNA sequencing

Job description

A leading research institution in Philadelphia seeks a Research Associate to investigate brain mechanisms underlying pain and drug addiction. The role involves designing studies and employing advanced neuroscience techniques, with a strong emphasis on data analysis and manuscript preparation. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in neuroscience and have relevant expertise. This position offers a chance to significantly contribute to translational neuroscience.