Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Senior Scientist in Physiology
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The Laboratory of Dr. Pedro L. Vera at the Lexington VA Health Care System is looking to hire a postdoctoral Research Fellow or Senior Scientist. This position will be part of a multi-year funded project to examine spinal mechanisms of persistent bladder pain. The lab sis using behavioral methods to study bladder pain and the effect of pharmacological interventions.
Must be a US Citizen
- PhD and/or M.D. in a related field and at least one first-author publication in a peer reviewed journal
- experience with small animal surgery and in vivo bladder physiology in mice is required
- Research experience in measuring pain behaviors in mouse models is required
-experience with general lab procedures such as immunohistochemistry, western blotting, RT-PCR
Please submit your CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references through our online application portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This is a full-time position based in our laboratory facility.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $57,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Lexington, KY 40502: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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