Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Postdoctoral Researcher - Energy Expenditure Systems Neuroscience
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Los Angeles, California, United States,
Postdoctoral Researcher - Energy Expenditure Systems Neuroscience
At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical, and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher - Energy Expenditure Systems NeurosciencePosition Type:
Other AcademicDepartment:
LSUPBRC Basic - Central Leptin Signaling (Heike Muenzberg-Gruening (00001316))Work Location:
LSU - Pennington BiomedicalPay Grade:
Other AcademicJob Description:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Energy Expenditure Systems Neuroscience.The successful candidate will work on a fully NIH funded project to study neuronal circuits that regulate metabolism and will work with state-of-the-art technologies to decipher exact neuronal circuits that adjust metabolism during physiological challenges and are important to maintain body weight. The position involves work with transgenic animal models, cre/loxP systems, pharmaco- and optogenetics, fiber photometry, viral tracers, neuroanatomical/histological techniques (iDISCO tissue clearing and lightsheet microscopy), metabolic measurements in temperature-controlled chambers, thermal imaging, hormone assays, and analysis of peripheral tissues. The position will involve further development of present techniques and their implementation, data analysis, manuscript writing, and assistance in grant writing.Qualifications
Ph.D. degreeExperience in one or more of the above-listed techniques is advantageousQuestions should be directed to Dr. Heike Muenzberg.Pennington Biomedical is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities".Special Instructions:
Please provide curriculum vitae and a letter of application to your online application. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (not required) and official transcripts are required prior to hire.Posting Date:
May 6, 2024Closing Date:
Open Until Filled if No Date SpecifiedAdditional Position Information:
Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.Background Check:
An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.
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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical, and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher - Energy Expenditure Systems NeurosciencePosition Type:
Other AcademicDepartment:
LSUPBRC Basic - Central Leptin Signaling (Heike Muenzberg-Gruening (00001316))Work Location:
LSU - Pennington BiomedicalPay Grade:
Other AcademicJob Description:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Energy Expenditure Systems Neuroscience.The successful candidate will work on a fully NIH funded project to study neuronal circuits that regulate metabolism and will work with state-of-the-art technologies to decipher exact neuronal circuits that adjust metabolism during physiological challenges and are important to maintain body weight. The position involves work with transgenic animal models, cre/loxP systems, pharmaco- and optogenetics, fiber photometry, viral tracers, neuroanatomical/histological techniques (iDISCO tissue clearing and lightsheet microscopy), metabolic measurements in temperature-controlled chambers, thermal imaging, hormone assays, and analysis of peripheral tissues. The position will involve further development of present techniques and their implementation, data analysis, manuscript writing, and assistance in grant writing.Qualifications
Ph.D. degreeExperience in one or more of the above-listed techniques is advantageousQuestions should be directed to Dr. Heike Muenzberg.Pennington Biomedical is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities".Special Instructions:
Please provide curriculum vitae and a letter of application to your online application. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (not required) and official transcripts are required prior to hire.Posting Date:
May 6, 2024Closing Date:
Open Until Filled if No Date SpecifiedAdditional Position Information:
Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.Background Check:
An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.
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