Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The research in Dr. Zhang’s lab focuses on delineating the pathways that regulate normal brain hemodynamics and further determining how regulatory networks are perturbed in aging, development and other neurodegenerative diseases. We utilize a variety of approaches including optical imaging (spectroscopy, two-photon imaging, fiberphotometry), electrophysiology, molecular tools (optogenetics, DREADDs) and computational modeling to study these questions in mouse models. For more information about the lab and our research interests, please visit zhanglabmsu.github.io.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Conducting independent and collaborative research projects
• Training and supervising graduate/undergraduate students in their research
• Contributing to publications, scientific presentations and grant proposals

The selected candidate will have extensive opportunities to publish, and access to exceptional resources to facilitate their independent research.

This is an off-date position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal and satisfactory performance. The duties to be performed by this position require in-person presence in East Lansing, MI, and they are not compatible with remote work.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Vascular physiology

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, physiology, neuroscience, biophysics, or a closely related field
• Evidence of prior productive scientific work in the form of publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience with animal surgery, optical imaging methods, and computational or quantitative analysis

Desired Qualifications

• Expertise aligned with the lab’s research areas
• Strong programming skills or animal surgery skills
• Excellent and effective communication skills
• Documented participation in programs that promote inclusion and multicultural perspectives and that foster trust in collaborative environments

Required Application Materials

• Resume/CV
• A list of three to five professional references and their contact information
• Cover Letter