Postdoctoral Researcher
Position Overview
A postdoctoral position is available in the lab of Dr. Jai Subramanian (https://pharmtox.ku.edu/jai-subramanian) in the School of Pharmacy (https://pharmacy.ku.edu) at the University of Kansas. The successful candidate will use state of the art multi-color, multi-photon imaging to study the in vivo synaptic dynamics associated with memory loss in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.
The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated scientist with experience in animal surgeries. Programming (MATLAB, Java) experience is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated scientist with experience in animal surgeries. Programming (MATLAB, Java) experience is highly desirable.
Job Description
80% - Plan, conduct experiments (mouse surgeries, multiphoton imaging, etc.) and analyze data to understand the mechanisms of synaptic dysfunction in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.
10% - Lab management responsibilities such as equipment maintenance, inventory maintenance, and assistance in animal care.
10% - Train graduate and undergraduate students in performing research.
10% - Lab management responsibilities such as equipment maintenance, inventory maintenance, and assistance in animal care.
10% - Train graduate and undergraduate students in performing research.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience or closely related field.
- Prior experience in animal surgeries and in vivo imaging
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application includes an online application, cover letter, resume highlighting pertinent experience relative to the required and preferred qualifications, and contact information for three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins June 15, 2023 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.
Application review begins June 15, 2023 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Jai Subramanian
jaichandar@ku.edu
jaichandar@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$55,000
Work Schedule
40 hours a week
Application Review Begins
Thursday June 15, 2023
Anticipated Start Date
Saturday July 15, 2023