Postdoc in Behavioral Neuroscience- Kentner Lab- MCPHS
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship in the behavioral neuroscience laboratory at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, in the School of Arts and Sciences. This position is funded through an active NIMH grant to study sex-differences in inflammatory-induced perinatal programming and the underlying mechanisms that promote resiliency. Using rodent models, we assess behavioral performance using a variety of translational behavioral tasks including several sociability metrics, prepulse inhibition, touchscreen technology, and other indices of emotional reactivity. Neuroendocrine and neurobiological correlates are also evaluated using standard approaches such as ELISA, western blotting, immunochemistry, and qPCR. The position would be particularly well-suited for a candidate considering a career at a small liberal arts/health sciences university or in industry.
Conduct behavioral experiments, perform neuroanatomical techniques and some biochemical approaches
Plan independent research projects and analyze and publish the results
Prepare grant proposals
Assist the Principal Investigator in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students to ensure good laboratory practice, scientific rigor, and safe engagement in meritorious research projects
Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
Required:
PhD degree in psychology, neuroscience, physiology, or a related discipline
Demonstrated expertise in animal handling and the use of fluorescence microscopy, cellular imaging/microscopy, and molecular biology techniques (RT-PCR, western blotting)
A genuine interest in the training and development of students at a primarily undergraduate university
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
Preferred:
Experience conducting small-animal surgery would be an asset
Apply
Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.