University Of Florida
AST/ASO Research Scientist
University Of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635
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Job no:
533402Work type:
Non-Tenure-Track FacultyLocation:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories:
Grant or Research Administration, Physical/Mathematical SciencesDepartment:
29120000 - MD-PSYCHIATRY
Classification Title:
AST/ASO Research ScientistJob Description:
The Department of Psychiatry seeks applicants for an Assistant Scientist position to conduct research on neural and behavioral mechanisms of cognition and motivated behavior in the context of models of psychiatric and neurological conditions. The position requires the candidate to work independently as a scientist while also collaborating with students, post-doctoral fellows, and other faculty at the University of Florida and beyond. We are seeking a scientist with skills in a broad range of behavioral neuroscience techniques, as well as experience with coding and computational analysis of large datasets, statistics, and experimental design.Duties include:
Conducting behavioral neuroscience experiments in rats, including operant behavioral testing, optogenetic, and fiber photometryDesign and implementation of experimentsAnalysis of in vivo fiber photometry datasetsOral presentation of research resultsWriting manuscripts and grant proposalsMinimum Requirements:
A doctoral degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral neuroscience research or a closely-related fieldExperience with coding and statisticsExperience with writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsInterest in and experience with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research environmentPreferred Qualifications:
Experience with mentoring undergraduate and graduate studentsExperience with operant behavioral testing in rodents, as well as optogenetic and fiber photometryStrong quantitative and computational skillsExperience with rodent models of aging, neurodegenerative disease, and/or psychiatric disordersCompensation and Benefits
As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, the University of Florida is dedicated to providing robust benefits options to support the wellbeing of their employees. The university offers a range of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet your family’s financial, educational, and health needs. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.Salary commensurate with candidate's experienceComprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage optionsFlexible spending accounts, employee wellness program, and employee assistance programFinancial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurancePlan for your future with retirement savings and investment options that grow with youGenerous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, winter break, and personal holidaysTime to recover – 8 weeks of paid parental and medical leaveEnjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and servicesSpecial Instructions to Applicants:
Enter special instructions including types of documents to upload here. For example, "In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume."Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Health Assessment Required:
Health Assessment Required: YesAdvertised:
04 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filledThe University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
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Job no:
533402Work type:
Non-Tenure-Track FacultyLocation:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories:
Grant or Research Administration, Physical/Mathematical SciencesDepartment:
29120000 - MD-PSYCHIATRY
Classification Title:
AST/ASO Research ScientistJob Description:
The Department of Psychiatry seeks applicants for an Assistant Scientist position to conduct research on neural and behavioral mechanisms of cognition and motivated behavior in the context of models of psychiatric and neurological conditions. The position requires the candidate to work independently as a scientist while also collaborating with students, post-doctoral fellows, and other faculty at the University of Florida and beyond. We are seeking a scientist with skills in a broad range of behavioral neuroscience techniques, as well as experience with coding and computational analysis of large datasets, statistics, and experimental design.Duties include:
Conducting behavioral neuroscience experiments in rats, including operant behavioral testing, optogenetic, and fiber photometryDesign and implementation of experimentsAnalysis of in vivo fiber photometry datasetsOral presentation of research resultsWriting manuscripts and grant proposalsMinimum Requirements:
A doctoral degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral neuroscience research or a closely-related fieldExperience with coding and statisticsExperience with writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsInterest in and experience with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research environmentPreferred Qualifications:
Experience with mentoring undergraduate and graduate studentsExperience with operant behavioral testing in rodents, as well as optogenetic and fiber photometryStrong quantitative and computational skillsExperience with rodent models of aging, neurodegenerative disease, and/or psychiatric disordersCompensation and Benefits
As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, the University of Florida is dedicated to providing robust benefits options to support the wellbeing of their employees. The university offers a range of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet your family’s financial, educational, and health needs. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.Salary commensurate with candidate's experienceComprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage optionsFlexible spending accounts, employee wellness program, and employee assistance programFinancial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurancePlan for your future with retirement savings and investment options that grow with youGenerous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, winter break, and personal holidaysTime to recover – 8 weeks of paid parental and medical leaveEnjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and servicesSpecial Instructions to Applicants:
Enter special instructions including types of documents to upload here. For example, "In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume."Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Health Assessment Required:
Health Assessment Required: YesAdvertised:
04 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filledThe University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
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