UNIV - Staff Scientist - Department of Pharmacology and Immunology

Job Description Summary

Seeking an individual, preferably with microsurgical experience, for a position in neuroimmunology for projects that encompass basic and translational research. Work in the laboratory is centered around the complement system and neuroinflammatory mechanisms. Ongoing projects involve investigating acute and chronic neuroimmune responses occurring after stroke or after different types of traumatic brain injury, including the long‑term neurodegenerative sequelae of injury. For this position, work will be focused on mouse models of stroke and traumatic brain injury.

Ideally, the candidate will have experience with the murine middle cerebral artery occlusion model, although training can be provided. Other aspects of the project will include high‑resolution and confocal microscopy, cellular and molecular immune profile analysis, therapeutic evaluation of drugs, and detailed assessments of motor and cognitive functions. The laboratory is also developing novel transgenic animals for mechanistic studies, and is involved in the development (and commercialization) of novel therapeutic approaches.

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Employee

Research Grant

CC001032 COM PHARM Administration CC

Salary

University-00

40

Not specified

• Participate in a project related to the above-described work, including performing surgical procedures, preparing sections from mouse brains, processing for histology and immune‑microscopy, performing various microscopy techniques, and evaluating mice via various behavioral tasks (35%).
• Perform high‑dimensional analyses of post‑injury immune landscape, analyze and interpret data, use image‑analysis software, generate computer images, and determine behavioral outcomes in terms of pathophysiological findings (35%).
• Collaborate with other lab personnel on related projects, participate in lab meetings and project‑specific meetings with other lab personnel (15%).
• Keep records and maintain up‑to‑date lab notebook/lab archives, assist with writing manuscripts and grants, and keep up to date with relevant literature (15%).

A Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent with two years post‑doctoral experience plus evidence of scholarly activity as demonstrated by at least five first‑author publications.

A Ph.D. degree in biology or other natural, life or healthcare science related to the assigned area of research. At least 2 years postdoctoral experience.

Physical Requirements:

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The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position, seated position, walking/mobile, climb stairs, work indoors, work in all cold temperature extremes, bend/ twist at waist, pinching operations, use both hands/arms, repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, use both legs, reach in all directions, good finger dexterity, maintain tactile sensory functions, olfactory sensory function, lift and carry 30 lbs.,

unassisted, lower objects, push/pull objects, maintain vision and hearing acuity, perform gross motor functions, qualify for respirator use, work alone in isolated areas, obtain and maintain a valid driver's license, computer literacy, work rotating shifts and overtime as required, learn and use new processes, tools and equipment.

For general information on the University and Research, see:  and  For further information or to apply (CV and names of 3 referees), please contact Dr. Stephen Tomlinson: tomlinss.

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