Job
Postdoc position: spatial memory + two-photon imaging
Organization
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area
Scientific focus area
Neuroscience, Systems Biology
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Yi Gu, the Spatial Navigation and Memory Unit at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
About the position
The Gu laboratory aims to investigate the neural basis of spatial navigation and memory, with the ultimate goal to uncover the fundamental principle of spatial cognition and the cause of related neurological disorders. Projects in the laboratory mainly use mice as model animals and integrate multifaceted approaches, such as in vivo two-photon imaging, virtual reality behavioral paradigm, computational data analysis, and theoretical modeling. For additional information, please refer to the following webpage: https://research.ninds.nih.gov/gu-lab. Salary and benefits will be set commensurate with experience and qualifications as well as NIH guidelines for intramural research training awards.
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What you'll need to apply
The application should include four documents in one pdf file: (1) A cover letter with a brief description of the candidate’s interest in the position, research experience, and long-term career goals (2) Curriculum Vitae (3) A representative first-author research paper (4) Contact information of three references
Contact name
Yi Gu
Contact email
Qualifications
We are seeking highly motivated postdoctoral candidates with a Ph.D. degree and having strong knowledge background and research training in neuroscience. We prefer, but not limited to, candidates with expertise in the following areas: in vivo imaging/recording, rodent surgery, rodent behavior, data analysis (MATLAB skill is preferred), and theoretical modeling. Candidate should have at least one first-author research paper in the area of neuroscience, and good oral and written communication skills in English. Candidates are expected to conduct independent research and cooperatively work with other colleagues.
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