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Research Associate in Neuroscience

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: Dec 21, 2023
Deadline: Dec 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities may include working independently and as part of collaborative research groups studying the functions of touch-sensing A beta mechanoreceptors and spinal cord circuits in chronic pain using a combination of mouse genetics, optogenetics, behavior assays, and physiological recordings.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop independence in research through writing grants and peer-reviewed publications.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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