Postdoctoral Scholar - Neuronal excitability, Synapses & Glia

Postdoctoral Scholar - Neuronal excitability, Synapses & Glia

Employer:

Northwestern University Basic Science AdministrationLocation:

Chicago, IllinoisSalary:

Commensurate with experience, plus full benefitsClosing date:

Oct 17, 2024Sector:

Graduate School or UniversityJob Function:

Postdoctoral ResearcherResearch Area:

Neural Excitability, Synapses, & GliaPosition Type:

Full TimeLevel:

Any Experience Level ConsideredThe Maccaferri lab at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience is seeking to fill an NIH-funded postdoctoral position.We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic applicants to study the neuronal networks of the hippocampal formation, with a special emphasis on GABAergic inhibitory microcircuits. Previous experience with patch-clamp electrophysiology, anatomical reconstruction of recorded cells, immunohistochemistry and confocal imaging is an advantage, but not critical.This position is immediately available, fully funded for two years, and may be extended depending on satisfactory progress. The ideal candidate will have a recent PhD and at least a first author peer-reviewed scientific article.Applicants should send a cover letter describing interest in the position, an updated curriculum vitae, and the contact information of 2-3 references to Dr. Gianmaria Maccaferri at: g-maccaferri@northwestern.edu

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