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Center for Public Partnerships & Research · 1 day ago

Postdoctoral Researcher

Topeka Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$63K/yr - $63K/yr

The Center for Public Partnerships & Research is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct in vivo and ex vivo experimentation in rats within the Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas. The role involves developing and validating novel biosensing arrays to measure real-time chemical changes in living brain tissue and requires effective communication and collaboration with a team of researchers.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Carry out primary, NIGMS-relevant research in a supportive, mentored environment

Projects will involve using array biosensors to measure multiple neurotransmitters simultaneously

You will design and execute experiments to validate array biosensors in ex vivo preparations

Techniques that will be used include rodent surgeries, injections for the purpose of optogenetic measurements, and electrode calibrations and measurements

Candidates will be expected to interface with team members at Pinnacle Technology Inc. to optimize biosensors and maximize the probability of success

These communications are expected to take the form of brief, daily communications as well as presentations at regular group meetings

Candidates will also be expected to present research at local, regional, and international conferences and write manuscripts for publication

Qualification

Ph.D. in NeuroscienceRodent surgeriesOptogenetic measurementsElectrochemical methodsData analysisPublication writingEffective communicationTeam collaborationPresentation skills

Required

Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, Chemistry or related field

Motivation to carry employ novel sensing arrays for the purpose of publishing and presenting your results and bringing multifunctional electrode products to market, as evidenced by application materials

Previous experience that required communicating effectively with a wide-ranging team of researchers in industry and academia, as evidenced by application materials

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations

Preferred

Previous experience in rodent stereotaxic surgeries, optogenetic measurements with AAVs, and application of electrochemical methods to living systems, as evidenced by application materials

Company

Center for Public Partnerships & Research

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