The University of Kansas ยท 2 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Lawrence, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Kansas is a leading public research and teaching institution committed to academic excellence. The role involves conducting in vivo and ex vivo experimentation in rats, focusing on the development and validation of novel biosensing arrays to measure real-time changes in chemical levels in living brain tissue.
ConsultingHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Effectively communicating with a team of researchers in academia and industry
Designing and implementing optogenetics experiments in rodents
Analyzing data and communicating project findings through presentations and publications
Carry out primary, NIGMS-relevant research in a supportive, mentored environment
Projects will involve using array biosensors to measure multiple neurotransmitters simultaneously
Design and execute experiments to validate array biosensors in ex vivo preparations
Techniques that will be used include rodent surgeries, injections for the purpose of optogenetic measurements, and electrode calibrations and measurements
Candidates will be expected to interface with team members at Pinnacle Technology Inc. to optimize biosensors and maximize the probability of success
These communications are expected to take the form of brief, daily communications as well as presentations at regular group meetings
Candidates will also be expected to present research at local, regional, and international conferences and write manuscripts for publication
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, Chemistry or related field
Motivated to carry employ novel sensing arrays for the purpose of publishing and presenting results
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team of researchers in industry and academia
Preferred
Experience in rodent stereotaxic surgeries
Experience in optogenetic measurements with AAVs
Experience in application of electrochemical methods to living systems
Benefits
A benefits package
Company
The University of Kansas
The University of Kansas is a major comprehensive research and teaching university and a center for learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor.
Founded in 1990
10001+ employees
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