Postdoctoral Scholar

About the role

The Dulla Lab in the Department of Neuroscience is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to study Scn8a-related epilepsies. The lab focuses on synaptic and glia biology, using mouse models to investigate neurological disease and epilepsy. The position is part of an NIH/NINDS R01-funded collaborative project with Tufts University and MIT.

Responsibilities

- Design and execute experiments using electrophysiology, live imaging (2-photon/confocal), mouse behavior, EEG/ECoG, molecular biology, and genetics - Develop and test ASO-based splicing therapies and other potential treatments - Analyze data, prepare figures, and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications - Manage mouse colonies and perform general lab duties - Mentor junior trainees and participate in team science collaborations - Pursue independent career development, including fellowship and K-award applications

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

- Doctorate in neuroscience or a related field - Experience in scientific research, data analysis, and scientific communication - Comfort in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with mouse models, electrophysiology, imaging, confocal microscopy, RNA biology - Background in epilepsy, ion channels, neurogenetics - Strong quantitative skills and enthusiasm for mentoring and team science

Additional Information

- Salary is $65,000/year (based on experience and internal equity) - Tufts University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds