Postdoctoral Scholar Research

Postdoctoral Scholar Research - Bohn's Lab

Tampa, FL, United States

Successful candidates will contribute to interdisciplinary projects combining molecular, cellular, and behavioral approaches to study nervous system function and pharmacological modulation.

A dynamic and collaborative research environment within USF Health in downtown Tampa on the waterfront.

Access to cutting‑edge core facilities and resources.

Opportunities for career development, mentoring, and publication.

Competitive salary and benefits in accordance with NIH guidelines.

We are specifically seeking a behaviorist with experience in rodent models.

Candidates must have:

• Hands‑on experience conducting mouse behavioral assays
• Familiarity with behavioral phenotyping in response to drug treatment (e.g., nociception, respiratory/cardiovascular, or affective assays)
• Animal handling, colony management, and IACUC familiarity

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within a selected area of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow.

Senate Bill 1310:
The Florida Senate (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

• Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements

• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
(a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
(b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
(c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
(d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
(e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree

• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.

• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated research productivity (peer‑reviewed publications preferred)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Integration of behavioral data with molecular/pharmacological approaches
• Statistical analysis of behavioral datasets.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

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