Post Doctoral Fellow - The Laboratory of Neuromodulation for Epilepsy jobs in United States
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Emory University · 2 months ago

Post Doctoral Fellow - The Laboratory of Neuromodulation for Epilepsy

positionAtlanta, GA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. The Laboratory of Neuromodulation for Epilepsy is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to study mechanisms of seizure termination and their pathways throughout the brain.

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Responsibilities

Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for the pursuit of a career
The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc
Designs and evaluates experiments
Develops new ideas that promote current research
Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator
May be responsible for the operation of specific equipment
May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff
Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee
The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available
Appointments cannot exceed five years

Qualification

PhD in NeuroscienceElectrophysiological recordingsCognitive assessmentsScientific writingOral communicationTeam playerDetail-orientedPositive attitude

Required

PhD in Neuroscience or another closely related field awarded within the past three years
Excellent scientific writing ability
Strong oral communication skills
The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues
Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator

Preferred

Laboratory research experience
Familiarity with electrophysiological recordings or cognitive assessments on non-human primates
Highly motivated, independent, and detail-oriented
Positive attitude and passion for research
Team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members

Company

Emory University

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Emory University is an institute of higher learning and a private research university.
dateFounded in 1836
location
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.emory.edu/home/index.html

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$719.87M
Key Investors
GettyNational Institutes of HealthHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-08-20Grant· $0.28M
2024-11-13Grant· $15M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M

Leadership Team

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Claire E Sterk
President Emerita and Charles Howard Candler Professor of Public Health
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Gregory Fenves
Chancellor
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