The George Washington University
Postdoctoral Associate
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Appointments are limited-term and are designed for those who have recently received a doctorate. Appointments are made to academic departments with the approval of the department head and may require senior officer approval. Appointments are usually for not less than one term and are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. This appointment is not intended for long-term, indefinite, or career appointments. I. POSITION INFORMATION Job Description Summary: Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation’s capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education and has grown to include highly ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. The laboratory of Prof. Bethea is in search of 2 highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates. The Bethea laboratory works on neuroimmune mechanisms of CNS injury and repair with the ultimate goal of developing new therapies for chronic pain and other neurodegenerative disorders. These individuals will work with our team in both spinal cord injury and peripheral nerve injury models of chronic pain. They will be responsible for leading independent studies analyzing sex-specific mechanisms of chronic pain and investigating therapeutic targets. Responsibilities/expectations include but are not limited to: Working with SCI and peripheral nerve injury models. Training graduate students and maintaining transgenic mouse lines critical to experiments. Assisting other lab members if time/expertise allows. Performing behavioral/molecular/biochemical assays independently (including but not limited to von Frey, Hargreaves, acetone testing, RNAseq, immunohistochemistry). Writing manuscripts and independent research grants. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Ph.D. in public health or a related field (e.g., epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, etc.). A strong background in quantitative/qualitative methodology, writing, and engagement in self-directed and guided research are required. Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask is also required. Desired Qualifications: A minimum of 1 year of postdoctoral experience is desired. Proficiency with CNS and/or PNS injury models is desired. Proficiency with behavioral, molecular, and biochemical techniques is desired. Publication record in the field of pain neuroscience, immunology, and/or neuroimmunology preferred. Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively. Hiring Range:
$61,008 - $95,000 Healthcare Benefits:
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package for Postdoc Associates and Scholars that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, well-being and various voluntary benefits. Postdoc Scholars may also be eligible for retirement savings and tuition programs. For program details and eligibility, please visit
GW Postdoc Benefits . II. POSITION INFORMATION Posting Number:
P010034 Job Open Date:
04/04/2024 Part-time / Full-time:
Full Time Exempt Total Hours per Week:
40 Work Schedule:
M-F 8:30-5:00 Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) Expected duration of appointment:
Up to 5 Years Position Designation:
On-Campus Required Background Check:
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search. EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Appointments are limited-term and are designed for those who have recently received a doctorate. Appointments are made to academic departments with the approval of the department head and may require senior officer approval. Appointments are usually for not less than one term and are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. This appointment is not intended for long-term, indefinite, or career appointments. I. POSITION INFORMATION Job Description Summary: Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation’s capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education and has grown to include highly ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. The laboratory of Prof. Bethea is in search of 2 highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates. The Bethea laboratory works on neuroimmune mechanisms of CNS injury and repair with the ultimate goal of developing new therapies for chronic pain and other neurodegenerative disorders. These individuals will work with our team in both spinal cord injury and peripheral nerve injury models of chronic pain. They will be responsible for leading independent studies analyzing sex-specific mechanisms of chronic pain and investigating therapeutic targets. Responsibilities/expectations include but are not limited to: Working with SCI and peripheral nerve injury models. Training graduate students and maintaining transgenic mouse lines critical to experiments. Assisting other lab members if time/expertise allows. Performing behavioral/molecular/biochemical assays independently (including but not limited to von Frey, Hargreaves, acetone testing, RNAseq, immunohistochemistry). Writing manuscripts and independent research grants. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Ph.D. in public health or a related field (e.g., epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, etc.). A strong background in quantitative/qualitative methodology, writing, and engagement in self-directed and guided research are required. Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask is also required. Desired Qualifications: A minimum of 1 year of postdoctoral experience is desired. Proficiency with CNS and/or PNS injury models is desired. Proficiency with behavioral, molecular, and biochemical techniques is desired. Publication record in the field of pain neuroscience, immunology, and/or neuroimmunology preferred. Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively. Hiring Range:
$61,008 - $95,000 Healthcare Benefits:
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package for Postdoc Associates and Scholars that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, well-being and various voluntary benefits. Postdoc Scholars may also be eligible for retirement savings and tuition programs. For program details and eligibility, please visit
GW Postdoc Benefits . II. POSITION INFORMATION Posting Number:
P010034 Job Open Date:
04/04/2024 Part-time / Full-time:
Full Time Exempt Total Hours per Week:
40 Work Schedule:
M-F 8:30-5:00 Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) Expected duration of appointment:
Up to 5 Years Position Designation:
On-Campus Required Background Check:
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search. EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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