Postdoctoral Associate

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Anesthesiology within the New Jersey Medical School. The Postdoctoral Fellow will study novel EphB1/2 tyrosine kinase inhibitors as candidate therapeutics for neuropathic pain, defining behavioral effects, potency, pharmacological profile, and molecular correlates of next‑generation inhibitors across multiple preclinical models.

• Design and conduct behavioral and pharmacological evaluations of novel compounds in surgical and chemical mouse models of neuropathic pain, including nerve injury–based and chemotherapy‑induced paradigms.
• Perform core behavioral assays such as von Frey mechanical allodynia, hot plate thermal hyperalgesia, acetone‑evoked cold allodynia, marble burying, and locomotor activity assessments.
• Carry out dose‑response analyses, time‑course studies, and comparisons with clinically relevant analgesics.
• Execute experimental work using mouse and human brain material, cultured cells, high‑resolution fluorescence imaging, biochemical, and molecular biology approaches.
• Maintain experimental equipment, write IACUC protocols, and keep accurate data notebooks in accordance with departmental standards.
• Analyze and interpret data, prepare reports, and contribute to the intellectual development of the project.

• PhD in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in neurobehavioral approaches for pain‑related behavioral testing and tissue isolation in mouse brain and spinal cord.
• Ability to perform essential duties independently.

• Experience with human cells or postmortem tissue samples.
• Demonstrated record of achievements and publications.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative work ethic.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits and educational benefits.
• Life insurance and employee discount programs.

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