Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Neurology
Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Neurology
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The Department of Neurology Epilepsy Divisionat the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting for a highly qualified postdoctoral fellow for research focusing on the molecular and cellular mechanisms causing malformations of brain development associated with epilepsy and autism. Specifically we are interested in new gene discovery establishing in vitro and in vivo models and designing new approaches for possible therapies. The emphasis of the lab is on the mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway and its role in development of the cerebral cortex. We areparticularly interested in applicants withexperience in CRISPR design mouse models systems cell signaling assays such as Western andkinase assays and genomic analysis of human brain tissue specimens.
Individuals who are interested should submit a detailed CV a brief statement including a research plan interests and skills and the names of three references and a short description of their doctoral training and future research goals to:
Peter B. Crino MD PhD
Professor and Chairman
Department of Neurology Epilepsy Division
110 S. Paca Street 3rd Floor 3S124
Baltimore MD 21201
We are looking for a highly motivated and career-oriented research individual with a PhD in neuroscience or a neuroscience related field. Specifically the applicant should have experience and skills in Western assay polymerase chain reaction (PCR) recombinant DNA manipulation CRISPRcell transfection cell cultureimmunohistochemistry and fluorescencemicroscopy. Experience with transgenic and knockout mouse systems is desirable.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with other investigators are necessary.
UMB is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the recruitment process please contact us atand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Employment Type
Grant
