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University of Florida · 5 months ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate-Fatigue and Underlying Neurobiology (FUN) Lab

positionGainesville, FL
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

The University of Florida is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the Fatigue and Underlying Neurobiology (FUN) Lab, directed by Dr. Agostina Casamento-Moran. The successful candidate will investigate the neurobiological mechanisms of fatigue and post-exertional malaise in Long COVID and other syndromes, while also receiving mentorship to develop their scientific career.

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Responsibilities

Join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team investigating the neurobiological mechanisms of fatigue and post-exertional malaise in Long COVID, ME/CFS, and other syndromes
Conduct innovative research and collaborate with the research team
Receive active mentorship and institutional support to develop independent fellowships/grant proposals

Qualification

In neuroscienceHuman research experienceStatistical analysis toolsFMRI experienceExperiencePsychophysiological methodsScientific communication skillsInterdisciplinary collaborationTranslational research

Required

PhD in neuroscience, kinesiology, biomedical engineering, or related field
Demonstrated experience in human research and data analysis
Record of scholarly publications and scientific communication skills
Proficiency in statistical and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R)

Preferred

Experience with fMRI, EEG, and/or psychophysiological methods
Familiarity with research on fatigue, motor control, and/or interoception
Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and translational research

Benefits

Salary and benefits are commensurate with NIH postdoctoral guidelines and University of Florida policies.
Health Assessment Required: Yes

Company

University of Florida

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University of Florida is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida.
dateFounded in 1853
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Gainesville, Florida, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.ufl.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.83M
Key Investors
Align TechnologyUS Department of EnergyNFWF
2025-06-02Grant
2024-09-17Grant· $2M
2024-09-10Grant· $0.18M

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Sri Kalyanaraman
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Chris Cowen
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