Postdoctoral Research Associate - Barth Lab

Description

The Barth Laboratory at Carnegie Mellon University is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to investigate plasticity in neocortical inhibitory interneurons during experience and learning.  This NIH-funded position will involve detailed analysis of neural activity and synaptic properties of inhibitory neurons using in vivo imaging and whole-cell recordings, as well as advanced histological methods for quantitative molecular investigations. 

Qualifications

PhD graduates should have experience working with transgenic mice, standard histological techniques, and patch-clamp recordings and a strong publication record in experimental neuroscience from their doctoral studies.  Candidates should be adept at identifying important scientific questions, synthesizing scientific results and generating experimental plans. 

Application Instructions

Applications, including a cover letter indicating your interest and a curriculum vitae with your relevant training, publications, and references should be submitted electronically via Interfolio.

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