Postdoctoral Associate

Division: Pediatrics

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $63,480 - $84,000

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

The Holder Lab investigates the genetic, molecular and neuronal underpinnings of neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders. The Postdoctoral Associate is seeking a highly motivated individual for a post-doctoral position to aid in ongoing projects to aid in characterizing neurodevelopmental disorders.

Job Duties

• Works on dutires that include mouse breeding and husbandry to evaluate for behavioral, molecular and electrophysiologic abnormalities.
• Cultures primary neurons for biochemical and microscopic evaluation of neurodevelopmental disorder causing genes.
• Performs rigorous and well controlled experiments as well as data analysis.
• Participates in research grant preparation, manuscript writing and presentation of research results at professional conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written/oral communication and organizational skills.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Extensive knowledge of basic molecular, cell culture and mouse physiologic techniques.
• Experience either with induced human neurons or electrophysiologic techniques.

Requisition ID: 26278