A postdoctoral position is immediately available in a newly established laboratory of Huxing Cui, PhD., in the Department of Pharmacology at University of Iowa. A highly motivated postdoctoral scholar will work on NIH-funded research projects to study the neurobiology of energy homeostasis, motivated behavior, autonomic and blood pressure regulation relating to obesity, hypertension and eating disorders. To accomplish this, a combination of cutting-edge tools will be employed, including in vivo Cre-loxP technology, optogenetics and chemogenetics, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, biochemistry and molecular biology. Energetic and self-motivated individuals with strong background in system neuroscience and/or cardiovascular research are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree and a track record of productivity and good writing and communication skills. Prior working experience with animal models is highly desirable. Preference will be given to those who have ex!
pertise in neuroanatomy, small animal surgery, metabolism and cardiovascular research.
To Apply: Interested candidates should submit their current curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and contact information for 3 references to Dr. Huxing Cui by e-mail at: huxing-cui@uiowa.edu. Japanese communication is possible as PI speaks fluent Japanese language close to native level.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.