Assistant Professional Researcher – Ferguson lab

Assistant Professional Researcher – Ferguson labThe Assistant Professional Researcher is responsible for designing, developing, and conducting independent and collaborative research investigating the pre-clinical and clinical spinal cord injury (SCI), with an emphasis on autonomic dysfunction, renal/cardiovascular regulation, and neuroinflammation. Duties include developing research proposals, designing and executing preclinical studies, establishing and optimizing experimental protocols, collecting and analyzing complex datasets, and interpreting and disseminating scientific findings.

Utilize advanced research methodologies, lead and coordinate research projects, prepare grant applications and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, present findings at scientific conferences, and establish multidisciplinary collaborations. Provide scientific guidance, training, and mentorship to junior researchers, students, and laboratory personnel; oversee experimental activities, data quality, and adherence to institutional and regulatory requirements; and contribute to laboratory management, strategic research planning, and the development of new research initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate or equivalent in Neurobiology or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 3 years of postdoctoral experience and a demonstrated track record of independent grant funding.

See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $96,700 - $126,400. to apply.