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Location

East Lansing, MI | United States

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Job description

Job no: 921983
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Human Medicine
Department: Pediatrics And Human Development 10022641
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: Grand Rapids
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary

The Pozzo-Miller Lab in the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development at the MSU Grand Rapids Research Center is seeking to hire a (Postdoctoral) Research Associate specializing in electrical and optical monitoring and manipulation of neuronal activity in brain slices and unrestricted mice. The long-term goal of our research is to determine the consequences of mutations in genes associated with neurodevelopmental disorders associated with autism on neuronal and synaptic development and function, stability of local brain networks, and cognitive performance using transgenic mouse models. We specialize in the characterization of mouse models of autism from the cellular to behavioral levels, and this position will offer training in diverse techniques such as cellular electrophysiology and imaging, confocal microscopy, and behavioral assessments, in addition to the opportunity to develop and implement state-of-the-art techniques for in vivo imaging and recording during behavioral tests.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Neurobiology/Neuroscience

Minimum Requirements

Candidate must possess a terminal degree (PhD or equivalent) in neurobiology or neuroscience.

Desired Qualifications

PhD-level candidates with five (5) or more years' experience with intracellular and extracellular electrophysiological recordings in brain slices or in vivo, fluorescence confocal imaging (fixed tissue or live), survival stereotactic surgeries, and management of transgenic mouse colonies are preferred.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Names and contact information of three (3) references. References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant .

Review of Applications Begins On

01/17/2024

Summary of Health Risks

• Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.

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Department Statement

Established in 1968 with the formation of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development seeks to balance behavioral science, basic biological research, and clinical pediatrics into a comprehensive approach to the health and development of the child and the family.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Jan 3, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 3, 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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