Postdoctoral Associate

Job Description

The Laboratory of Neurotrauma Research at Virginia Tech is looking for highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates with expertise in Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology, TBI/SCI or Immunology. The successful candidate will work on an interdisciplinary research project focused on murine models of brain injury and innate immune regulation. Qualified candidates will be expected to work in a team environment investigating neuroinflammation, cell signaling pathways, single cell RNAseq and targeted genetics. Our multidisciplinary approach will allow for extensive training in the molecular and cellular neuroinflammation in CNS injury models. Candidates will work alongside additional team members in the VT-School of Neuroscience, Fralin Life Science Institute and The Center for Neurotrauma Research.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• Expertise in animal surgery and brain tissue processing, flow cytometry, RNA expression analysis, stereology and confocal imaging.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with qPCR, Western blot analysis, single cell microbead isolation, and tissue culture.
• Publication record.

Appointment Type
Restricted

Salary Information
Commensurate with experience

Review Date
8/28/24

Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.