Postdoctoral Scholar Research

Job Description

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

What We Offer

• 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

Interested Applicants should provide (1) CV, (2) cover letter describing research interests and description of project interest, and (3) contact information for three professional references.

Responsibilities

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

Candidates must have:

• Hands-on experience conducting mouse behavioral assays
• Familiarity with:
  • Experimental design for in vivo studies (including statistical analysis)
  • Behavioral phenotyping in response to drug treatment (e.g. nociception, respiratory/cardiovascular, or affective assays)
  • Animal handling and colony management and IACUC familiarity

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Qualifications

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.
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SB 1310:
Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
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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
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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.
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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.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20…