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    Post-Doctoral Scientist - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

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    Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

    Candidates in these positions will serve as postdoctoral scientists in the laboratory of Dr. Shaolin Liu in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology. This position will work with graduate students and other research personnel.

    The research lab conducts NIH-funded basic research pertaining to mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation in preclinical mouse models of Alzheimer's disease and related neurological disorders and traumatic brain injury.

    The lab's research currently focuses on mechanisms underlying neurophysiology and neuropathophysiology in mouse models.


    Candidates in these positions will gain experience in multiple aspects of scientific research including experimental design and execution, assay optimization and validation, data collection, project management, manuscript writing and scientific presentation.

    The employees will perform in vivo or in vitro neurophysiological studies, in vivo calcium imaging, multiple behavioral test, animal care and colony maintenance, issue collection, immunohistological assays, confocal imaging, and/or other tasks based on the assignment by the PI or the candidates' interest or expertise.

    Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

    Ph. D. in neuroscience or related disciplines. High self-motivation to learn new technologies and achieve their scientific and career goals. Work experience in electrophysiology, calcium imaging, or neuroanatomy, is preferred but not required.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies


    • Working knowledge and experience in electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and/or behavioral tests, or other research techniques related to projects in the lab.
    • Ability and experience in performing analysis of experimental data.
    • Ability to make presentations.
    • Effective communication skills.
    • Establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with lab personnel.
    Physical Demands


    • Lift up to 30 pounds.
    • Dealing with occasionally stressful situations.
    • Manual dexterity to work with small, delicate pieces of equipment.
    • Wearing all personal protective equipment, including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, and safety goggles.
    Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy


    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

    You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

    Contact Information

    Recruitment Contact

    Contact Details

    For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

    Recruitment Contact Name Dr. Shaolin Liu Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

    Posting Specific Questions

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume/CV
    • Cover Letter
    • List of References with Contact Information
    Optional Documents

    Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ).

    The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.



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