Society for Neuroscience
Postdocs - Developmental Neurobiology & Neural Circuits | UCSC, California
Society for Neuroscience, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
Postdocs - Developmental Neurobiology & Neural Circuits | UCSC, California
Employer:
University of California, Santa Cruz Location:
Santa Cruz, California Salary:
Based on NIH scale Closing date:
Oct 18, 2025 Overview
The Kim Lab in the Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz is recruiting one or more NIH-funded postdoctoral fellows to join our collaborative and multidisciplinary team. These positions are supported by the NIH R01 mechanisms. Our lab investigates how molecular genetic programs interact with environmental factors to guide the assembly of precise neural circuits during mammalian brain development, with a focus on long-range connectivity, sensory processing, and behavior. Responsibilities
Develop and apply an integrated set of tools and approaches, including: Next-generation trans-synaptic viral circuit tracing Engineering novel viral vectors for cell- and circuit-specific labeling Single-cell genome-wide transcriptomics In vivo imaging and circuit manipulation Mouse genetics and developmental models Contribute to a rigorous and supportive training environment with collaboration across UCSC's neuroscience, genomics, and developmental biology communities. UCSC provides postdoctoral support and access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure. Qualifications & Areas of Interest
Developmental biology and molecular genetics Electrophysiology (in vitro or in vivo) for studying neural circuits Single-cell omics and transcriptomics Viral vector design and engineering Neural circuit mapping and manipulation Mouse models of brain development Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent) by the start date and have a strong record of research productivity. Prior experience in neuroscience or developmental biology is preferred but not required. How to Apply
To apply, please send: Curriculum vitae Brief cover letter describing your research background, interests, and goals Contact information for three references Informal inquiries are welcome. Contact: Euiseok Kim, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology, University of California, Santa Cruz Email: ekim62@ucsc.edu Lab website: http://www.ejkimlab.com The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Company
The University of California, Santa Cruz is one of 10 universities within the University of California system. The MCD department houses top-tier neuroscience and molecular biology labs, and UCSC is a leader in genomics and bioinformatics. Santa Cruz is a progressive town on California\'s central coast. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Company info: Telephone 831-502-7233; Location: UCSC MCD Biology, Santa Cruz, CA 95064, US
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Employer:
University of California, Santa Cruz Location:
Santa Cruz, California Salary:
Based on NIH scale Closing date:
Oct 18, 2025 Overview
The Kim Lab in the Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz is recruiting one or more NIH-funded postdoctoral fellows to join our collaborative and multidisciplinary team. These positions are supported by the NIH R01 mechanisms. Our lab investigates how molecular genetic programs interact with environmental factors to guide the assembly of precise neural circuits during mammalian brain development, with a focus on long-range connectivity, sensory processing, and behavior. Responsibilities
Develop and apply an integrated set of tools and approaches, including: Next-generation trans-synaptic viral circuit tracing Engineering novel viral vectors for cell- and circuit-specific labeling Single-cell genome-wide transcriptomics In vivo imaging and circuit manipulation Mouse genetics and developmental models Contribute to a rigorous and supportive training environment with collaboration across UCSC's neuroscience, genomics, and developmental biology communities. UCSC provides postdoctoral support and access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure. Qualifications & Areas of Interest
Developmental biology and molecular genetics Electrophysiology (in vitro or in vivo) for studying neural circuits Single-cell omics and transcriptomics Viral vector design and engineering Neural circuit mapping and manipulation Mouse models of brain development Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent) by the start date and have a strong record of research productivity. Prior experience in neuroscience or developmental biology is preferred but not required. How to Apply
To apply, please send: Curriculum vitae Brief cover letter describing your research background, interests, and goals Contact information for three references Informal inquiries are welcome. Contact: Euiseok Kim, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology, University of California, Santa Cruz Email: ekim62@ucsc.edu Lab website: http://www.ejkimlab.com The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Company
The University of California, Santa Cruz is one of 10 universities within the University of California system. The MCD department houses top-tier neuroscience and molecular biology labs, and UCSC is a leader in genomics and bioinformatics. Santa Cruz is a progressive town on California\'s central coast. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Company info: Telephone 831-502-7233; Location: UCSC MCD Biology, Santa Cruz, CA 95064, US
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