University of Nebraska Medical Center

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurological Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks a post-doctoral research associate that will work in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Dunaevsky (principal investigator/PI) with the PI and her research team to plan, develop, implement, and conduct research projects at UNMC.

Dr. Dunaevsky’s laboratory is interested in understanding the neural mechanisms underlying behavioral impairments in neurodevelopmental disorders (i.e., Fragile X Syndrome). Taking advantage of multiple state-of-the-art techniques (e.g. multiphoton in vivo imaging, fiber photometry, EEG/EMG recordings, chemogenetic manipulation, and gene manipulation), the PI’s lab plan to interrogate glial and neuronal contributions to sensory hypersensitivity, motor learning impairments in sleep/wake associated with FXS. Duties involve experimental design, data collection, data analyses, and preparation of scholarly products. Scholarly products will include peer-reviewed publications, conference abstracts, extramural grant applications and progress reports.

For consideration and to apply for this position, applicants must submit a current CV, a brief statement of research interests (one paragraph), and the names and contact information of three references.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in an appropriate scientific field (e.g., neuroscience, molecular biology)

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong scientific writing skills and excellent communication skills, good early track record of submitted or published peer-reviewed articles, exceptional organizational skills, ability to work as a team member and ability to advise and supervise more junior laboratory personnel.
2. Experience with surgical procedures, optogenetics, chemogenetics, fiber photometry, in vivo electrophysiology, multiphoton imaging.
3. Experience with molecular biology, neuroanatomy and mouse behavior.
4. Experience with programming in languages including Python, R, MATLAB is highly desired.

About Us:

To learn more about the University of Nebraska, visit the sites below.

Department of Neurological Sciences https://www.unmc.edu/neurologicalsciences/

University of Nebraska Strategic Plan “Odyssey to Extraordinary” https://nebraska.edu/strategic-plan

Get to know Nebraska https://nebraska.edu/get-to-know-nebraska

University of Nebraska Medical Center Campus https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/index.html and https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/facts.html

University of Nebraska Faculty & Staff Benefits https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff