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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Lynch Lab

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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The Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on addiction studies in Dr. Wendy Lynch’s laboratory. The Lynch Lab uses behavioral, pharmacological, and molecular techniques to delineate the neurobiological basis of addiction, with particular interest in determining the biological basis of sex differences in vulnerability to addiction and potential treatments for addiction. The incumbent will perform experiments which utilize rat models of addiction and support the goals of the lab under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree (PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or biological sciences) by the appointment start date.

Extensive (3+ years) research experience preferred.

Enthusiasm for experimental research and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Experience in at least two of: addiction research, neuromodulation, behavioral research, neuropharmacology, and surgery.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel strongly preferred.

Employment

12-month appointment with possibility of renewal for two additional one-year increments contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Exempt-level, benefited position.

Based in Charlottesville, VA and must be performed fully on-site.

How to Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0077280. Complete an application with the following documents:

Resume

Cover Letter

Contact information for three professional references

Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal Applicants Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.”

Reference Checks Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

Resources for Postdocs at UVA

https://postdoc.virginia.edu/

http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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