*University of Maryland Baltimore School of Dentistry* *Department of Neural and Pain Sciences * *Postdoctoral Fellow* The Department of Neural and Pain Sciences (https://www.dental.umaryland.edu/neuralpain/) at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in Baltimore is recruiting for a postdoctoral fellow position. *Job Description:* The candidate will be involved in investigating brain circuits that are responsible for sex- and age-related differences in endogenous pain modulation in the context of musculoskeletal pain conditions. The candidate will conduct experiments involving chemogenetic activation/ inhibition of brain regions, immunohistochemical validation of viral transfection, and various behavioral assays in young and old rats. The candidate will devote 100% of their effort to this project. *Qualifications:* Candidates must have a PhD in neuroscience or a related discipline. Background in pain literature and experience in behavioral nociceptive measurements in rodents are desired. Experiences in chemogenetic and optogenetics would be a strong advantage. Annual salary: $61,008 If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three professional references via the University of Maryland, Baltimore job portal at https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/umb\_faculty and post docs/jobdetail.ftl?job=2400017F&lang=en The University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Dentistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. UMB is a Maryland state university. Applicants are expected to work, including telework, primarily in the State of Maryland. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. **Job:** **Postdoctoral Fellows* **Organization:** **School of Dentistry - Basic Science* **Title:** *Postdoctoral Fellow* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *2400017F*