We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
WI · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state‑of‑the‑art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular ...
WI · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state‑of‑the‑art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular ...
Postdoctoral Associate- Neurophysiology/Transcriptomics
Houston, TX · On-site
$70K/yr
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
Postdoctoral Associate- Neurophysiology/Transcriptomics
Houston, TX · On-site
$70K/yr
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
Insect Packer (Evergreen)
Durand, MI · On-site
$15/hr
Your primary responsibilities will be packing insects into shipping-friendly containers, creating fruit fly cultures, handling bugs like cockroaches and mealworms, and counting orders. If you've been ...
Insect Packer (Evergreen)
Durand, MI · On-site
$15/hr
Your primary responsibilities will be packing insects into shipping-friendly containers, creating fruit fly cultures, handling bugs like cockroaches and mealworms, and counting orders. If you've been ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
Research Technician (HR Title: Research Assistant)
Dallas, TX · On-site
$21.12/hr
The Schretter lab studies the neurological basis behind social interactions using the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster . We are seeking an enthusiastic and scientifically curious researcher to ...
AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL)
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$20.54 - $23.36/hr
Under direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) (SESS), the incumbent will independently perform the most complex range of field and office support duties, for various fruit fly ...
AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL)
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$20.54 - $23.36/hr
Under direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) (SESS), the incumbent will independently perform the most complex range of field and office support duties, for various fruit fly ...
$52K - $62K/yr
... fruit fly as a model system. Specifically, they will advance a research area investigating the role of Notch signaling on cel morphology. Due to this, experience with Drosophila as a model system is ...
$52K - $62K/yr
... fruit fly as a model system. Specifically, they will advance a research area investigating the role of Notch signaling on cel morphology. Due to this, experience with Drosophila as a model system is ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Research Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$41K - $60K/yr
... fruit fly Drosophila as a model system (see murthylab.princeton.edu). Research in the lab employs state-of-the-art neuroscience approaches, including quantitative behavior analyses, computational ...
Supervisory Agriculturist (State Plant Health Director)
Gainesville, FL · On-site
$147K/yr
Experience running Fruit Fly Programs including experience with Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and release of sterile fruit flies. * Experience running Port Operations and overseeing Agricultural ...
Supervisory Agriculturist (State Plant Health Director)
Gainesville, FL · On-site
$147K/yr
Experience running Fruit Fly Programs including experience with Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and release of sterile fruit flies. * Experience running Port Operations and overseeing Agricultural ...
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Washington, DC · On-site
$52K - $62K/yr
... fruit fly as a model system. Specifically, they will advance a research area investigating the role of Notch signaling on cel morphology. Due to this, experience with Drosophila as a model system is ...
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Washington, DC · On-site
$52K - $62K/yr
... fruit fly as a model system. Specifically, they will advance a research area investigating the role of Notch signaling on cel morphology. Due to this, experience with Drosophila as a model system is ...
Supervisory Agriculturist (State Plant Health Director)
Gainesville, FL · On-site
$147K/yr
Experience running Fruit Fly Programs including experience with Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and release of sterile fruit flies. * Experience running Port Operations and overseeing Agricultural ...
Supervisory Agriculturist (State Plant Health Director)
Gainesville, FL · On-site
$147K/yr
Experience running Fruit Fly Programs including experience with Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and release of sterile fruit flies. * Experience running Port Operations and overseeing Agricultural ...
Lab Technician (Ni Lab)
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
... perform fruit fly-related research • Comfortable working with live animals Preferred Qualifications • Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model. • Experience with ...
Lab Technician (Ni Lab)
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
... perform fruit fly-related research • Comfortable working with live animals Preferred Qualifications • Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model. • Experience with ...
Lab Technician (Ni Lab)
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Willingness to perform fruit fly-related research Comfortable working with live animals Preferred Qualifications Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model. Experience with ...
Lab Technician (Ni Lab)
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Willingness to perform fruit fly-related research Comfortable working with live animals Preferred Qualifications Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model. Experience with ...
Imaging Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$110K - $140K/yr
The Institute leads the FlyWire Consortium, which in 2023 released the first connectome of an adult brain, that of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster . The Institute is a key performer in the NIH ...
Imaging Specialist
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$110K - $140K/yr
The Institute leads the FlyWire Consortium, which in 2023 released the first connectome of an adult brain, that of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster . The Institute is a key performer in the NIH ...
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Postdoctoral Associate- Neurophysiology/Transcriptomics
Houston, TX
$70K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 28 days ago
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Job description
Postdoctoral Associate- Neurophysiology/Transcriptomics
Division: TCH Departments
Work Arrangement: Onsite only
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: Hiring up to $70,000
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summary
A postdoctoral associate position is available in the NIH-funded laboratory of Dr. Hsiao-Tuan Chao at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute, which is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital. We are seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join our team engaged in basic and translational neuroscience and genetics research. Our laboratory focuses on understanding neural circuit development and function, inhibitory neurobiology, cerebellar neural circuits, and synaptic function in neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders such as epilepsy, autism, ataxia, and leukoencephalopathies. We utilize multiple approaches including fruit fly and mouse models, genomic sequencing for disease gene discovery, state-of-the art imaging, transcriptomics, electrophysiology, molecular biology, molecular genetics, and behavioral techniques.
On-going projects address fundamental questions about the transcriptional regulation of inhibitory neuronal development and function in neural circuits, the role of cerebellar circuit dysfunction, and disrupted gene regulatory networks in neurologic disorders. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of basic neuroscience and genetics research with translational potential in a highly collaborative and stimulating environment located in the nation's largest research and medical center - Texas Medical Center.
Job Duties
- Plans, directs and conducts specialized and advanced research experiments.
- Evaluates and analyzes data.
- Establishes new research protocols and procedures.
- Summarizes research findings and publish results in research journals. •
- Maintains laboratory operations.
- Supervises research staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
- No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong foundation and publication record in neuroscience, genetics, neurophysiology, transcriptomics, or developmental biology.
- Candidate needs to have one of the three following areas of expertise: (1) electrophysiology and neural circuit analysis, (2) transcriptomics and sequencing approaches, or (3) developmental neurobiology.
- Prior experience in hiPSC models or genetic model organisms (mouse or fruit fly), and neuroscience research preferred.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Requisition ID: 23596
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