POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Neuroscience
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Neuroscience
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$ 68640 - 73230
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ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100year legacy. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology infectious diseases (such as COVID19 flu HIV) neuroscience heart disease cancer and more. Located in La Jolla California the institute houses six research departments multiple Nobel laureates a topranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work handinhand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
Celebrating a Century: TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral associate in the Dr. Srinivasan lab to work in the area of neural the gutbrain axis and neuroendocrine biology of lipid metabolism. It is now wellestablished that communication between the brain and the gut the socalled gutbrain axis regulates important aspects of behavior and metabolism in many species. However the salient mechanisms and molecular features of gutbrain communication remain mysterious. In our lab we utilize C. elegans as a model system for our discovery studies of gutbrain communication in which we utilize cuttingedge technologies to measure dynamic neural and metabolic activity in living animals. Such cellbased readouts are coupled with changes in behavior and metabolism to uncover novel pathways all the way from molecules to wholeanimal biology.
Our work has uncovered a novel G protein coupled receptor (GPCR) with deep conservation in mice and in humans. We have developed a mouse model for this novel GPCR which we wish to exploit for the development of novel therapeutics in gutrelated and systemic disorders of metabolism. We seek a postdoctoral candidate who has the skills drive and collaborative spirit to spearhead an exciting project with the potential for direct translation from bench to clinic.
Our research program is uniquely juxtaposed at the intersection of neuroscience and physiology and offers an exciting new perspective on the biology and architecture underlying braingut signaling. Our approach integrates several disciplines including molecular genetics chemical biology neuroscience behavior and physiology. The Scripps Research Institute is one of the worlds leading biomedical research institutes and offers outstanding compensation benefits and scientific opportunities for collaborations with laboratories engaged in cuttingedge science and novel technologies.
Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or CoPrincipal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.
Make Scripps Research your next step to advance and develop your career. Click here to learn more about our Postdoctoral Program and Services: in genetics neuroscience biochemistry physiology or related disciplines. The candidate should have a strong background in mouse physiology and metabolism cellculture and molecular skills and a conceptual understanding of pharmacology. Firstauthor publications (or manuscripts in press) are a must along with the interest and capacity to obtain postdoctoral fellowships. The candidate must be driven possess a sense of scientific curiosity and enjoy working in a culturally and scientifically diverse teamoriented and stimulating environment. Please apply with your CV a brief statement of research interests and the names of 23 supervisors and mentors who can be contacted for references.
COMPENSATION:Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and Californias exempt salary guidelines which provide for a starting range of $68640 $73230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option) dental vision life insurance disability EAP and more.
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
- Free onsite Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefitseligible employees and their family members.
- Free onsite parking.
- Pet Insurance
The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities duties and/or skills required of employees so classified and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research with or without notice. Furthermore nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employmentatwill status of Scripps Research staff.
EEO Statement:The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
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