Job postings Research Associate-Fixed Term Back to search results Apply now Job no: 900730 Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Osteopathic Medicine Department:Physiology Osteopathic Medicine 10034668 Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Position Summary A postdoctoral position is available in the Crandall Laboratory at Michigan State University. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to combine electrophysiological and optogenetics methods to investigate the organization and function of neural circuits in the mammalian forebrain. Our lab applies these approaches in both acute brain slices and awake, behaving animals to understand how long-range cortical feedback projections influence information processing in the sensory cortex and thalamus. Recent publications include Dash et al., 2022, J. Neurosci; Martinetti et al., 2022, Cerebral Cortex; Wundrach et al., 2020, Front Mol Neurosci; Crandall et al., 2017, Cell Reports; Crandall et al., 2015, Neuron; Normand et al., 2013, Neuron. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience or a strong interest in in vivo electrophysiological recordings in combination with optogenetics of the mouse brain. The Crandall Lab is in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. Our group is also part of the Neuroscience Program, a multidisciplinary program of approximately 60 faculty seeking fundamental knowledge about the brain and nervous system. The successful candidate(s) will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field and should have experience with electrophysiology. However, all enthusiastic, curious, and ambitious candidates with a doctoral degree are encouraged to apply. Applicants should email (cranda86@msu.edu) a current C.V., contact information for three references, and a brief description of past research accomplishments, research interests, and career goals. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Doctorate -Neuroscience or Related Field Minimum Requirements The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field Desired Qualifications Applicants should have experience with electrophysiology. However, all enthusiastic, curious and ambitious candidates with a doctoral degree are encouraged to apply. Required Application Materials Current C.V., contact information for three references, and a brief description of past research accomplishments, research interests, and career goals. Special Instructions Review of applications will begin one week after posting, and will continue until the position is filled. Review of Applications Begins On 09/26/2023 Summary of Health Risks Will work with animals and biohazardous materials. Website https://srcrandall.wixsite.com/research Department Statement The discipline of physiology is uniquely positioned among the biomedical sciences to span the gulf between exploring the most fundamental aspects of biology and the most practical and applied problems of human and animal health. Faculty in the Physiology Department at Michigan State University work to understand how the vast array of molecular and cellular events successfully integrate to define the phenomenon of human existence. The Physiology Department Mission:- Identify factors and molecules that promote health and disease.- Understand mechanisms of disease progression.- Improve overall human and animal health through identification of novel therapeutic targets and treatments.- Train future scientists in state of the art physiology concepts & approaches. The Department of Physiology at Michigan State University embraces diversity in its faculty, students and staff. We are committed to providing an environment that nurtures and values inclusion of different backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and skills. Engaging the unique and diverse contributions of our department members results in innovation and excellence in our research, teaching, service and outreach. We take pride in the strength of our diversity and our ability to work together with respect and equality. MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. 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