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Unit: School Of Medicine MBU
Department: Neurosurgery
Department Summary: The Department of Neurosurgery at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), located in
Richmond, Virginia invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position, available immediately. The research focuses on understanding the cellular, molecular, and physiological mechanisms of neurological injuries, including traumatic brain and spine injuries. The project involves close collaboration with other neuroscientists and clinicians within the institution and more broadly.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct cellular, molecular, and physiological assays to decipher the pathology of neurological injury and identify pathways for novel treatment approaches.
- Prepare experimental models and specimens and assist in bioanalyses and interpretation of neuroimaging and behavioral assessments.
- Participate in experimental protocols and data analysis.
- Present research at local and national/international meetings and draft manuscripts for publication.
- Participate in general lab meetings.
- Other responsibilities (inventory management, equipment maintenance, lab safety, vivarium duties).
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in neuroscience, pharmacology and toxicology, or related disciplines.
- Prior experience working with molecular biology, protein biochemistry, fluid hydrodynamics, and traumatic brain injury, is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated publication track record with one or more first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals for those with 1 year or more of prior postdoctoral training.
- Hands on experience with various molecular biology, protein chemistry, immunohistochemistry, and cell biology techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- Ability to train, evaluate and supervise students and peer mentor lab assistants.
Salary Range: $63,480 - $70,000
Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Hours per Week: 40
ORP Eligible: Yes
Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
University Job Title:
Rank: Non Faculty
Tenure:
Months:
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Shelvey Luo
Contact Email: Shelvey.Luo@vcuhealth.org
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