WSU
Postdoctoral Research Associate - McLaughlin lab
Pullman, WA · Contract
No sponsorshipDetected 12 days ago
HRISPharmacologyResearchAnimal StudiesLeadershipCommunicationMentoring
About the role
- The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) at Washington State University (WSU) invites you to apply for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Cannabis, Brain, & Development (CBD) Lab, located in Dr.
- As the incumbent, you will apply a multidisciplinary approach with rats to examine the long-term effects of prenatal cannabis exposure on corticostriatal circuit function and cognitive flexibility.
Requirements
- Possess strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrate a record of accomplishments, and have less than five years of research experience since earning their doctoral degree.
- Leadership skills and an interest in mentoring students are required.
- Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
- All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Nice to have
- Preference will be given to candidates with a background in developmental neurobiology, cannabinoid pharmacology, and in vivo calcium imaging (fiber photometry).
- Candidates should have experience or a strong desire to learn ex vivo electrophysiology.
- Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
- About Department/College/Area/ Campus:
- https://vetmed.wsu.edu/our-team/wsu-profile/ryan.mclaughlin/
- College of Veterinary Medicine
- Department Name:
- Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience
Compensation
- In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.
Benefits
- WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
- medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
- deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts.
- For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.
- For information or questions about Benefits, please contact HRS Benefits at 509-335-4521.
- Monthly Salary: $5,186 - $5,862 | Commensurate with experience and education
- Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
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