Postdoctoral Fellow - Pharmacology & Toxicology

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Postdoctoral Fellow - Pharmacology & Toxicology

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Augusta University | Full Time

The main focus of Dr. Kaddoumi's Laboratory is to investigate the contribution of cerebrovascular dysfunction to the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's diseases and related dementias (ADRD) and to develop therapeutic strategies to restore AD-associated dysfunctional blood-brain barrier (BBB) and improve cognitive function. For this postdoctoral position, applicants must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in a related field (neuropharmacology, neuroscience, neurochemistry, vascular biology).

A background in ADRD pathologies, and molecular and cell biology is required, with experience in cell culture and animal models. Candidates should have good written/oral communication skills, work effectively in a team environment, be highly organized, and have a documented record of research accomplishments.

• Design, conduct experiments, analyze, validate, and present research data, contribute to manuscript preparation, and participate in research collaborations.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo animal studies, behavioral studies, immunohistochemistry and microscopy imaging, molecular biology, biochemical analysis, and bioanalysis.
• Summarize and evaluate findings; develop derivative applications of techniques developed by own research activities or reported by other research projects. Present findings at scientific meetings locally and nationally.
• Perform in vivo and ex vivo electrophysiology/Patch clamp electrophysiology/GCaMP.
• Contribute to training and/or supervision of technicians, graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.

• Experience with in vivo and ex vivo electrophysiology/Patch clamp electrophysiology/GCaMP is preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Shift: Days;
Monday - Friday (work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled. Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Tuition Assistance Program eligibility may apply after more than 6 months of employment.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check prior to starting. Additional checks may apply based on duties (credit check for Positions of Trust or approved departmental Purchase Card usage; motor vehicle reports if driving an Augusta University vehicle). For Faculty Hires, final candidates must provide original transcripts or credential evaluations for foreign-trained candidates. All employees must protect the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information in line with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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