Postdoctoral Scholar - Neuroscience And Experimental Therapeutics

Penn State University

Hershey, PA, US
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
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Phd in systems neuroscience
Experience with rat animal behavior
Basic surgical experience required
Penn State University is seeking a motivated postdoctoral scholar for the Grigson lab in Hershey, PA, focusing on neuroscience research related to addiction and substance use disorders. The position requires a PhD-level systems neuroscientist with expertise in animal behavior tracking and neural circuit manipulation

Job Summary

  • The Grigson lab at Penn State University College of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoc to study the influence of GLP-1R agonists on drug seeking behaviors.
  • The role involves utilizing advanced techniques such as intraoral catheter fluid delivery, video monitoring of facial responses, and in vivo fiber photometry.
  • Candidates will join a strong research team with opportunities to publish with leading experts while working on multiple NIH-funded projects.

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Penn State University is seeking a motivated postdoctoral scholar for the Grigson lab in Hershey, PA, focusing on neuroscience research related to addiction and substance use disorders. The position requires a PhD-level systems neuroscientist with expertise in animal behavior tracking and neural circuit manipulation.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in systems neuroscience
  • Experience with rat animal behavior
  • Basic surgical experience required

Nice-to-have

  • Deep learning algorithms for behavior tracking
  • Optogenetics or chemogenetics expertise
  • Matlab or Python programming skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD-level degree required
  • Previous work with rats strongly recommended
  • Successful completion of background checks

Work Rights

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