Academic Jobs | Postdoctoral Fellowship (Evans Research Lab) job at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Posting Details

Posting Number	201103132
Position Title	Postdoctoral Fellowship (Evans Research Lab)
State	WI
Employment Status	Full Time
Position Status	Limited Term
If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant)	03/31/2023
Position Type	Faculty
Position Overview	The Evans lab invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow position in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Marquette University. The Evans lab studies neural control of sleep and daily rhythms, using real-time cellular imaging, genetic manipulations, neurochemistry, cell culture, and behavioral assays. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training in these approaches, as well as in areas of experimental design, execution, data analyses, and scientific communication to advance the applicant’s career interests and goals. The successful candidate will join an interactive team of neuroscientists dedicated to understanding mechanisms of plasticity and pathology that impact human health and disease. For more information, please visit the Evans lab website (http://www.marquette.edu/biomedical-sciences/EvansLab.shtml ), follow us on Twitter (@CircaJennEvans) and learn more about our exciting department (https://www.mubiomedicalsciences.com/discover-researchers-bisc ).
Duties and Responsibilities	The successful candidate will conduct preclinical research in rodent models using cellular and molecular approaches, including real-time imaging of neuronal function using advanced genetic and optogenetic techniques. These studies will be complemented by behavioral studies conducted by the postdoc in collaboration with other members of the research team. Other responsibilities include critical analysis of the literature, data interpretation, technique optimization, and communication of research results through presentations and publication.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Earned doctorate (or its foreign equivalent) or appropriate terminal degree, a record of scientific productivity, and ability to conduct preclinical research using rodents.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Prior experience in the field of behavioral neuroscience, circadian biology, and/or molecular biology is preferred. Individuals with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.
Department	Biomedical Sciences
Posting Date	01/24/2022
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants	References should send letters of recommendation to Dr. Jennifer Evans at jennifer.evans@marquette.edu . Letter should address your academic and/or research experience. Thank you!
EOE Statement	It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.