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Rutgers The State University Post-Doctoral Associate in Newark, New Jersey
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| Recruitment/Posting Title | Post-Doctoral Associate |
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| Department | SASN - Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) |
| Salary | Open |
| Posting Summary | Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral Associate position in the Holly Lab (www.hollylab.org) at the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (cmbn.rutgers.edu) at Rutgers University in Newark, NJ. Applicants should have a PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related field, or expect to defend within six months of applying. The Holly Lab investigates the role of the basal ganglia in stress and goal-directed behaviors. The ideal candidate will have expertise in some combination of rodent behavior, optogenetics, fiber photometry, in vivo or in vitro electrophysiology, fast scan cyclic voltammetry, and/or anatomical techniques. The Post-Doctoral Associate will be expected to lead their own project, intellectually contribute to other ongoing projects in the lab, and provide secondary mentorship to students. For questions or informal inquiry, please reach out to Dr. Elizabeth Holly (elizabeth.holly@rutgers.edu) prior to applying. Anticipated Start Date: January 15, 2024 or negotiable. Position open until filled. |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Posting Number | 23FA1041 |
| Posting Open Date | 10/03/2023 |
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| Minimum Education and Experience | Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, or related field |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants should provide a cover letter, including desired start date; curriculum vitae and names and email addresses of three professional references. |
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| Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| City | Newark |
| State | NJ |
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