Postdoctoral Researcher - BBH Borland Lab

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Borland Lab in the Department of Biobehavioral Health at The Pennsylvania State University ( http://bbh.hhd.psu.edu/ ) is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar.

The research involves:

investigating the neural mechanisms regulating reward for social interactions in a laboratory rodent model. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Performing research experiments (e.g. social behavior testing with adult Syrian hamsters, brain tissue collection, histology, immunohistochemistry, RNAscope, Western blots, stereotaxic surgery, AAV delivery, fiber photometry and optogenetics). Laboratory management, including IACUC, IBC and DEA record keeping/inspections. Statistical analysis Primary drafting of peer-reviewed manuscripts Presentation at national and international conferences Mentorship of undergraduate and doctoral students

Necessary Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field. Due to data access restrictions, this position is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and foreign nationals, but all applicants must have resided in the U.S. for three of the past five years (36 of the past 60 months). The expected duration of this appointment is one year with potential for renewal based on fit and funding availability. To apply for this position, please submit a one-page cover letter that explicitly discusses your research experiences and future goals, your CV, and the names and contact information of three people who can be contacted as references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page . (

Note:

For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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