Postdoctoral Fellow-Sleep Neurobiology, Biological and Biomedical Systems, UMKC School of Science

Hiring Department

University of Missouri – Kansas City

School of Science and Engineering

Division of Biological and Biomedical Systems

The laboratory of Dr. Stephane Dissel – Sleep Neurobiology

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UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

The laboratory of Dr. Stephane Dissel in the School of Science and Engineering at the University of Missouri–Kansas City is looking to recruit a postdoctoral scientist to join our team. We have recently identified two new sleep‑promoting neurons located in the fly equivalent of the spinal cord, the ventral nerve cord (VNC) (.
3002012). The successful candidate will be involved with further characterization of these VNC‑SP (for VNC Sleep‑Promoting) neurons on a NIH funded grant. In particular, the candidate will employ a variety of techniques, including Drosophila genetics, behavioral assays, confocal microscopy, live‑brain imaging and neural circuits mapping and manipulation, to identify the molecular mechanisms used by VNC‑SP neurons to regulate sleep as well as their presynaptic inputs and postsynaptic partners.

The successful candidate will be organized and communicate effectively. They will be expected to take a leading role in this research project, regularly present their progress, publish their findings, and participate in conferences.

Full‑Time, 12 month, benefit eligible, unranked/non‑tenure track academic position.

• Completed a PhD or equivalent in biology, neurobiology, neuroscience, genetics or a related field.
• Previous experience with Drosophila genetics and neurobiology, confocal microscopy, and live‑brain imaging is desirable, but not essential.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://.

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