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PostDoctoral Associate
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Position Number: 5137159
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Biology

PostDoctoral Associate

Requisition Number: 55452
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 29-Mar-2024
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at CU Boulder is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join prof. Barth's team as a Postdoctoral research fellow. The successful candidate will work closely faculty members and graduate students on various research projects spanning the fields of psychology and neuroscience. Barth's lab is primarily focused on research in the electrophysiology and neurophysiology of sensory as well as the neural mechanisms controlling brain excitability in rat model, particularly as it applies to the treatment of human epilepsy. Main topics researched in this regard are Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Epilepsy, and Psychiatric disorders. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder is the intellectual core of the university, conducting research, scholarship, creative work and education in more than 60 fields. Our research generates new knowledge, solving some of the worlds most critical problems.
The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education in the natural sciences, social sciences and arts and humanities, bringing extraordinary research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Assist the principal investigator with research projects.
Conduct and monitor tests and experiments, gather and prepare samples for laboratory analysis.
Evaluate research findings and report results.
Perform literature reviews and assist with data analysis.
Maintain accurate records of research procedures and data.
Provide general support to faculty members and graduate students in the department.
Set up and maintain equipment.

What We Can Offer

The salary for this full-time position is $43,680.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Doctoral degree in psychology, neuroscience, physiology or a related field
Previous research experience, particularly in experimental neuroscience, rat model of Epilepsy and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

What You Will Need

Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with research methods and experimental design.
Attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.
For full consideration, please apply by March 29, 2024.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/PostDoctoral-Associate/55452