Research Associate in Genetics of Psychiatric Disorders

Responsibilities

• Designing and conducting experimental studies to investigate the brain mechanisms underlying pain and drug addiction.
• Employing advanced neuroscience techniques such as rodent behavioral assays, immunohistochemistry, in vivo calcium imaging, optogenetics, chemogenetics, and single-cell RNA sequencing.
• Analyzing complex datasets, interpreting findings, and preparing scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.

Qualifications

• Expertise in the specific area of neuroscience.
• A Ph.D. degree.

Benefits

• The appointment is initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years).

Pay

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Schedule

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Requirements

• The position requires a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Skills

• Strong research skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified.

Schedule

• Details about schedule are not specified.