田纳西州立大学神经科学研究博士后岗位

Institution

The University of Tennessee (http://www.utmem.edu/)

Postition

Postdoctoral Fellow in Neuroscience

Location

Memphis, Tennessee, USA

Date Posted

October 20, 2008

Date Expires

October 19th 2009

Tags

postdoctoral fellow, neuroscience, molecular, transgenic, mice, electrophysiology, medicine, pharmacology, and psychiatry

Description

A postdoctoral position is available to study the gene regulation and molecular mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders.

Current projects focus on studying the roles of activity-dependent expression of BDNF (Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor) in depression and anxiety, using genetically modified mice. We study from gene to behavior, using molecular and biochemical, electrophysiological, and behavioral techniques. Highly motivated individuals with a strong background in any of these fields are encouraged to apply.

Selected candidate will have ample opportunities to interact with a diverse and strong neuroscience community at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Salary will be commensurate with the relevant experience. The position includes an excellent benefits package (http://www.utmem.edu/academicaffairs/postdoc/postdoc_benefits.html). Located in Memphis, a dynamic Mid-South city rich in culture, history, diversity, music and cuisine, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is one of the largest, most comprehensive academic health centers in the United States with a solid commitment to postdoctoral training. UTHSC is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Title VI/IX/ Section 504/ ADA/ADEA Employer.

Duties involve designing and conducting research experiments, data analysis, and writing reports and fellowship applications relative to assigned grant funded research projects.

Contact

Please send a cover letter including a brief statement of research interests, Curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references by e-mail to: ksakata@utmem.edu

Kazuko Sakata, Ph.D.,
Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
874 Union Avenue; Room 430
Memphis, Tennessee 38163
E-mail:ksakata@utmem.edu