Postdoctoral Research Scholar Position - Pain Research at InsideHigherEd

Posting Number: PG191548PD Position Number: 00111592 Position Type: Post Doc FLSA: Exempt Department ID: 194001 - Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences Department: 194001 - Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences Job City benchtop molecular biology assays (e.g., qPCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, Ca2+ imaging, in-situ hybridization, IHC); histology. This will be a two-year minimum position, and this would be the successful candidate’s main focus of work. Our group has strong connections and collaborations with pain researchers at UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University. Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate would be encouraged to formulate and test novel hypotheses, work independently as well as train graduate students. The selected candidate will work under the direct guidance of Dr. Duncan Lascelles (a translational pain researcher, veterinarian and Specialist in Small Animal Surgery) and Dr. Mishra (neurobiologist). The selected candidate will interact/work with a technician dedicated to the project. Other team members include graduate students; Veterinarian Research Assistants; Research Specialist Technicians; undergraduate students. Close on-site faculty collaborators include Drs. Margaret Gruen (veterinarian, Specialist in Behavior, pain researcher) and Mike Nolan (Radiation Oncologist and cancer/pain researcher). The postdoctoral associate will be expected to carry out independent work, make presentations regarding his/her research, to publish their research results in peer-reviewed journals, to participate in grant proposal preparation, and to interact with other faculty, postdoctoral associates, and graduate students at the University level and across collaborating institutions of the project. All aspects of work will be closely mentored with the goal of transitioning the incumbent to be an independent investigator/researcher. Other Work/Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned Wolfpack Perks and Benefits: As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness