The successful candidate will focus research efforts on understanding the role of sigma receptors in modulating the behavioral and biochemical effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI). These studies will utilize various in vivo models, rodent behavioral analysis and use molecular and genetic approaches to study the role of these receptors in TBI. The position is available as a one-year initial appointment, and could be extended based on performance. The successful candidate will enjoy a stimulating research environment at the UC Academic Health Center, a competitive salary and benefit package, and an affordable, Midwest-style cost of living in the multicultural city of Cincinnati, OH.
Essential Function
Applies professional knowledge, skills, and training to help conduct experimental research work in a particular discipline; research associates (Jr./Sr) encompasses individuals at all degrees and have a high level of competency in research but may not have an independent research program.
Primary Duties
- Assist with the coordination of laboratory projects or research studies in a particular discipline;
- Makes independent contributions to projects and studies based on professional training or functional experience;
- Solves problems using combined research knowledge;
- Independently works on whole projects/problems;
- Decides how to solve problem and relies on own resources to resolve it;
- Contributes effectively to the collective team effort;
- Analyses research results;
- Organizes data search and analysis procedures;
- Assists in establishing test controls, criteria and research standards;
- Assists in the design of complex data processing systems to analyze research data;
- Accomplishes assigned results for project/studies, or for significant aspects of larger, complex assignments;
- Serves as a seasoned level researcher.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor degree in in a profession/field or equivalent level of knowledge. .
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor degree in Neuroscience. Experience in a neuroscience related field is highly desired. Highly motivated candidates with relevant basic neuroscience research experience using in vivo rodent models are preferred. Experience with statistical analysis and scientific writing is also preferred.
To apply, please visit https://jobs.uc.edu/ and complete an online applicant profile and upload your complete curriculum vitae. Formally apply to position 35813 by uploading a cover letter and at least 2 references in the "additional documents" section.
This position will be a professional position paid at an hourly rate.
The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.
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