Post Doctoral Fellow
Department: COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
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Advertised Job Summary
The College of Pharmacy is seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team.
Under limited supervision, the Postdoctoral Fellow conducts advanced neuroscience research in support of an NIH -funded project investigating neurobiological responses of somatostatin neuronal circuits to environmental light disruptions during pubertal development. The position exists to generate high-quality experimental data using behavioral, in vivo imaging, and molecular techniques in pre-clinical models to advance understanding of circadian rhythms and neurotransmitter plasticity. The primary goal is to produce reproducible research findings and contribute to scientific publications and grant-supported research outcomes.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Expertise in rodents and/or circadian rhythms, protein and histological analyses, molecular biology, microscopy techniques and behavioral analysis.
• Dedication to basic research with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Highly motivated and able to work both independently and in a team.
Job Close Date
05/02/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by May 2, 2026.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7088451
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