Department of Molecular, Cell and Systems Biology
The University of California, Riverside
@ U C R
March 2021: Postdoc positions available
Who we are:
The Yang Lab at the University of California-Riverside is seeking candidates to fill 1-2 postdoc positions. We are especially looking for candidates with slice electrophysiology background. Our lab is uniquely positioned to combine state-of-the-art recording and manipulation techniques with computational modeling to address important questions in systems neuroscience.
Our current research is focused on the functions of subcortical neuromodulatory circuits (e.g., McBurney-Lin et al., Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews 2019; McBurney-Lin et al., Neuropharmacology 2020; Yang et al., eLife 2021). We employ multi-disciplinary approaches, including in vivo patch-clamp and multi-channel electrophysiology, calcium imaging, optogenetics, chemogenetics, quantitative animal behavior and computational modeling to understand the cellular and circuit mechanisms underlying neuromodulatory regulation of sensory processing and decision-making in mice.
Who you are:
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Ph.D. degree or equivalent in neuroscience or related disciplines
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Solid experience in slice electrophysiology or in vivo calcium imaging
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Highly self-motivated
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Less than 3 years of postdoctoral training are preferred
What we offer:
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Excellent opportunities to advance your academic career
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Excellent training in technical and analytical skills
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Vibrant and dynamic research environment
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Collaborations with neural computation, human brain imaging and biophysics labs in California and other international institutes
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Above NIH-pay-scale postdoc salary
How to apply:
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF including a cover letter, CV and contact information for 3 references to hongdian@ucr.edu. For additional information, please visit www.hyanglab.com.