Title:

306-NN - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow-McLaughlin Lab-2

Additional Titles:

Location:

Employee Type:

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The Postdoctoral Fellow will utilize diverse methods and procedures to work with rats in two independent projects in the McLaughlin Lab. The first project investigates how endocannabinoid signaling in the lateral habenula impacts behavioral flexibility under conditions of chronic stress. The second project explores behavioral and biological predictors of cannabis-seeking behavior, as well as developmental effects of cannabis exposure using a novel translational model of cannabis vapor self-administration in rodents. Candidates with experience in in vivo and ex vivo electrophysiology, in vivo calcium imaging (fiber photometry), MatLab coding, and rodent behavior will be given priority.

The Department:

Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) (https://ipn.vetmed.wsu.edu/neuroscience/ ) is an academic unit in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. International neuroscience faculty within the department form highly collaborative research units that study substance abuse, ingestive behavior, stress, and sleep neurobiology. The Postdoctoral Fellow will have opportunity for collaboration and co-mentoring, and can compete for both intramural and external research grants. In addition to postdoctoral training, the department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience offers baccalaureate and doctoral degree programs in Neuroscience. The department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience is housed in an award-winning, modern BSL-2 research facility on the Pullman campus of Washington State University, it is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopy, imaging, electrophysiology, cell biology, and behavioral testing equipment.  Pullman is a college town located in the heart of the Palouse, on the Southeast border of Washington State, with easy access to outdoor recreation.  It has received accolades for high quality of life, healthy community, safety, and green transportation.

Tenure Track (Faculty only): Non Tenure Track
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
FTE: 100%
Position Term in months: 12

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience or a related field.

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

• A demonstrated record of accomplishments, and less than 5 years of research experience since receipt of the doctoral degree.

Other:

Salary will be commensurate with experience.  WSU provides health care packages to its trainees. Background check is required for this position.

Additional Information:

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary

This is a temporary position expected to end on June 30, 2022. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99164
Department: Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience

Department Link: ipn.vetmed.wsu.edu

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Screening Begin Date: Screening of applications will begin July 15, 2021, and will continue until the position has been filled.
Application Instructions: To submit an application for consideration please visit hrs.wsu.edu/jobs . Applicants should submit their CV and cover letter stating their research interests and fit for the position as well as the names and contact information for three (3) references. To apply submit all information as one document attached in the resume portion of the application. For questions on the application process contact Becky Morton bmorton@wsu.edu . For scientific questions, contact Dr. Ryan McLaughlin at ryan.mclaughlin@wsu.edu. 

Required Documents:

1) Curriculum vitae

2) Cover letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

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