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Research Scientist II
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S04495P |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Research Scientist II |
| Functional Title | |
| Department | Neuroscience |
| Salary Range | Commensurate with experience |
| Pay Basis | Monthly |
| Position Status | Regular full-time |
| Location | Richardson |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Posting Open Date | 10/20/2022 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Desired Start Date | 11/07/2022 |
| Job Summary | A postdoctoral associate is sought with experience in optogenetics and/or electrophysiological recordings in freely moving rodents. This postdoc will join the Thorn and McIntyre labs to explore brain substrates of memory and the extinction of conditioned fear. |
| Minimum Education and Experience | A minimum of a PhD in a field directly related to research and a minimum of two years of experience/expertise as noted below; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Preferred Education and Experience | Applicants must have a PhD or MD degree. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | The NIH-funded postdoctoral associate will carry out research investigating the mechanisms by which vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) enhances extinction of conditioned fear in rodents. This is a unique opportunity to do translational research and merge technologies across two labs: Dr. Catherine Thorn’s lab uses multisite recordings in behaving animals to study neural firing patterns and synchrony across brain regions and Dr. Christa McIntyre’s lab uses optogenetic approaches to investigate the circuitry involved in memory and extinction of conditioned fear. |
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| Additional Information | As a member of the Department of Neuroscience at UT Dallas, affiliations are possible with the Texas Biomedical Device Center, the Center for Advanced Pain Studies, The Callier Center for Communication Disorders, The Center for Vital Longevity, and The Center for Brain Health. Vaccine Requirements: Some positions within the University are subject to federal vaccination requirements. For example, all faculty, staff and students who are working in the Callier Clinics must be fully vaccinated by April 21, 2022, in accordance with the emergency federal vaccination requirements for health care facilities established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS). See 86 Federal Register 61555 (effective Nov. 5, 2021). Newly hired employees who are subject to federal vaccination requirements will be required to submit proof of vaccination (e.g., vaccination card, immunization records from health care provider) prior to their first date of employment and may be required to show compliance annually if a federal vaccine requirement requires an annual booster vaccine. UTD will consider exemptions for employees seeking a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement. Newly hired employees seeking an exemption must complete the exemption request process prior to their first date of employment. About UT Dallas The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A diversity of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. A charter member of SEA (STEMM Equity Achievement) Change, UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence. What You Should Know UT Dallas is ranked among the “Best of the Best Colleges” for LGBTQ Inclusion by Campus Pride. The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosts a variety of programs and leads initiatives toward efforts to cultivate a culture of equity and belonging for all members of the campus community. “LilyPad” lactation facilities are located throughout campus for private use by nursing parents. The University currently supports nine Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that are communities of faculty and staff from various identities along with advocates and allies (e.g., Black Faculty and Staff Alliance, Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG). The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Visit https://institutional-initiatives.utdallas.edu/ for more information. |
| Special Instructions Summary | Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, names of 3 references, and a cover letter expressing their interest and qualifications to Christa McIntyre, christa.mcintyre@utdallas.edu. |
| Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its programs and activities, including in admission and enrollment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Director of Institutional Equity at InstitutionalEquity@utdallas.edu or the Title IX Coordinator at TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu, or call 972-883-5331. |
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