Research Associate in Neuroscience

The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of in vivo electrophysiology and data analysis using Python or Matlab, as well as experience with behavioral experiments.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities may include include working independently and as part of collaborative research groups on basic science research projects to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the regulation of REM sleep in mice and to understand how disturbances in REM sleep contribute to the development of psychiatric disorders.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop independence in research through designing and supervising research projects, writing grants, and peer-reviewed publications.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.