Postdoctoral Research Associate – Kirchner Lab

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Bryan, TX, US
Base: commensurate based on education + experience...
Patch clamp electrophysiology techniques
Calcium imaging in live brain slices
Immunohistochemistry tissue processing
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences

Job Summary

  • Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.
  • The Postdoctoral Research Associate will perform advanced neurophysiological experiments and contribute to publications while collaborating with researchers within and outside Texas A&M.
  • Employees enjoy benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid holidays and sick leave, professional development opportunities, and access to wellness programs.

Matching Summary

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.

Salary

Base: Commensurate based on education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, retirement system enrollment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patch clamp electrophysiology techniques
  • Calcium imaging in live brain slices
  • Immunohistochemistry tissue processing
  • Rodent survival surgery experience
  • Data analysis using pCLAMP and ImageJ
  • Research paper writing and publication

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with optogenetics and chemogenetics
  • Use of fluorescent biosensors
  • Maintaining electrophysiology rig
  • Training laboratory members
  • Presentation and grant writing skills
  • Team-based health care collaboration

Key Requirements

  • PhD in neuroscience or related field
  • Experience with patch clamp electrophysiology
  • Rodent survival surgery skills
  • Proficiency in calcium imaging techniques
  • Immunohistochemistry expertise
  • Grant and fellowship application experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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