Company: Confidential
Job Title: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN SYNAPSE-GLIA INTERACTIONS / ADVANCED IMAGING
Job Number: 83882
Location: Saint Louis, US
Job Description
FULLY FUNDED POSTDOCTORAL POSITION (or a Research Scientist position for more senior candidates) focusing on mechanisms of synaptic transmission and its modulation by glia, using a variety of cutting-edge super-resolution microscopy tools is available in the laboratory of Dr. Vitaly Klyachko at Washington University School of Medicine. Our research also utilizes mouse models of neurodevelopmental disorders such as Fragile X syndrome and autism.
This is a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research fully supported by an 8-year R35/MIRA NIH award.
We utilize advanced biophysical approaches, including multicolor super-resolution imaging in live central synapses, TIRF microscopy and single-particle tracking in central synapses, to study the mechanisms governing synaptic transmission (Malagon et all, eLife 2023, Myeong and Klyachko, Cell Reports 2022, Maschi et al, eLife 2020, eLife 2018, Neuron 2017, Gramlich et al Cell Reports 2017, Peng et al Neuron 2012).
Qualified applicants are expected to hold a doctoral degree in life sciences, physics or engineering. Applicants with expertise in advanced imaging tools/nanoscopy as well as knowledge of Matlab are particularly encouraged to apply.
Trainees will work in a highly interactive multidisciplinary research environment at Washington University, which has been consistently ranked among the top five Medical Schools in the country. The extreme collegiality of Washington University combined with the large Neuroscience Community and extensive infrastructural and core facility support creates a dynamic research environment. Highly competitive salary and benefits are available and will commensurate with experience. Complete information on the benefit package is located on the WUSM Human Resources Benefits Website (http://medschoolhr.wustl.edu). The St. Louis area combines the attractions of a major city with family-friendly and affordable lifestyle opportunities (http://www.stlouis.com/).
Interested applicants should provide their CV and the names of two or three references via email to Dr. Vitaly Klyachko
Application Deadline: 2025-01-01
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