Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dravid Lab

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dravid Lab

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Be part of the science behind tomorrow’s treatments

The laboratory of Dr. Shashank Dravid is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join theteamworkingoncutting-edgeprojectsdrivingdiscoveries that could shape future treatments and improve lives!

Dravid lab has recentlyidentifiedligand for the orphan glutamate delta-1 receptor opening anew area for structure-function analysis(PMID: ).In addition, Dravid lab is working on the role of glutamate delta 1 in pain pathways and basal ganglia circuits with novel drug discovery approaches(PMID: ).The lab is also interested in understanding the role of NMDA receptor in astrocytes andinterneurons (PMID: ; ).The labutilizesbrain slice and cellular electrophysiology, structure-function analysis, circuitstudies, drugdiscoveryand behavioral approaches.

• Conduct and support research project within your specialized field of expertise
• Collect, analyze, and interpret research data
• Write and contribute to research papers, articles, and publications
• Mentor and supervise student researchers and graduate students
• Prepare presentations for groups
• Publish research findings in peer reviewed journals

• Build your publication record and professional network
• Collaborate in a supportive, innovative research environment
• Gain experience with neuroscience techniques
• Contribute to research with the real potential to improve lives

Minimum Qualifications: Appropriate PhDin neuroscience, pharmacology, or related areas

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience inbrain slice or cellularelectrophysiology,confocalandsuper-resimagingof synapsestructures,structural biologyincluding cryo-EMand drug discoveryworkflows including computational analysis, as well as strong verbal and written communication skillsandanalytical thinking, and a high level of attention to detail.

Salary:Will becommensuratebased on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Schedule: Mayhave to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.

Travel: May travel as required.

Please Note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to includeat least oneprevioussupervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.

• Under general supervision,is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise
• Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education andexpertiseto complete research projects in their field of expertise
• Assists with the preparation and cleaning oftheworksite
• Analyzes research data and summarizes results
• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications

• Mayassist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project

• Prepare presentation materials on researchtopicsthat may be presented to small and/or large groups.
• Activelyparticipatesin the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

• Compile reports for publication and funded or future grant applications.
• Publishes research findings in peer reviewed journals.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events,state-of-the-artrecreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

Experience all that a big city has to offer but witha reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee…