Post Doctoral Associate

The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in systems neuroscience to begin August 1. Applicants must have a background in systems neuroscience with a PhD in neuroscience. The successful candidate will work with members of the Runyan laboratory to perform virtual reality experiments combined with two-photon calcium imaging, and analysis of these datasets. The candidate will also help train junior graduate students and undergraduates in these methods. Minimum requirements include proficiency in Matlab and Python, experience in training mice in virtual reality auditory behavioral tasks, experience in two-photon calcium imaging, and experience with analyzing calcium imaging data; these will justify the selection of the preferred candidate.

The Department of Neuroscience is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted “most livable” in the nation. Further information about the Department of Neuroscience is available at: .

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (htp://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a current CV, (c) a brief (2-3 pages) statement of research interests, and (d) a brief description of how your research, teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least 1 letter of reference should be sent by the recommenders to [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed starting 5 days after posting will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.