POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Neuroscience - Qian Peng Lab

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POSITION TITLE:  Postdoctoral Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Peng lab in the Department of Neuroscience at Scripps Research in La Jolla, California has an available Postdoctoral Associate position for an accomplished researcher in computational genomics, statistical genetics, behavior genetics, and/or computational biology to deepen their knowledge in the context of the emerging area of addiction and behavioral genomics.

 

The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated researcher with a quantitative research background. The individuals who are interested in contributing to the following are encouraged to apply: cutting-edge research focusing on the dissection of the complex genetic and epigenetic basis of addiction and related human behaviors utilizing multi-omics data. The Postdoctoral Associate will receive professional and career mentorship along with opportunities to advance their own expertise to become an independent investigator.   Please include with your application a detailed C.V., a short description of the doctoral training (and any prior postdoctoral training, if applicable), a brief statement of current research interests and skills and future research goals, and the contact information of three references.

Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member.  These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years.  Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair.  Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.  

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a doctoral degree.  A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.
• Excellent analytical skills and verbal/written communication skills are required. Knowledge in any of the following areas is desirable: genetics, statistical genetics, bioinformatics, NGS analysis, computational biology, computer science, and statistics.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process. 

COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California’s exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $68,000- $73,230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Hea