Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dravid Lab

🔬Be part of the science behind tomorrow’s treatments

The laboratory of Dr. Shashank Dravidis seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to jointhe team working on cutting-edge projects driving discoveries that could shape future treatments and improve lives! Dravid lab has recently identified ligand for the orphan glutamate delta-1 receptor opening a new area for structure-function analysis (PMID: 42270762). In addition, Dravid lab is working on the role of glutamate delta 1 in pain pathways and basal ganglia circuits with novel drug discovery approaches (PMID: 41345253). The lab is also interested in understanding the role of NMDA receptor in astrocytes and interneurons (PMID: 37004850; 35867797). The lab utilizes brain slice and cellular electrophysiology, structure-function analysis, circuit studies, drug discovery and behavioral approaches.

• Conduct and support research project within your specialized field of expertise
• Collect, analyze, and interpret research data
• Write and contribute to research papers, articles, and publications
• Mentor and supervise student researchers and graduate students
• Prepare presentations for groups
• Publish research findings in peer reviewed journals

• Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise
• Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise
• Assists with the preparation and cleaning of the worksite
• Analyzes research data and summarizes results
• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications

• Build your publication record and professional network
• Collaborate in a supportive, innovative research environment
• Gain experience with neuroscience techniques
• Contribute to research with the real potential to improve lives

Minimum Qualifications:Appropriate PhD in neuroscience, pharmacology, or related areas

Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in brain slice or cellular electrophysiology, confocal and super-res imaging of synapse structures, structural biology including cryo-EM and drug discovery workflows including computational analysis, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills and analytical thinking, and a high level of attention to detail.What you need to knowSalary:Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

• Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
• Travel: May travel as required.
• Please Note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
• Special Instructions:A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dravid Lab

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Commensurate

Bryan, Texas

Staff

• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project

• Prepare presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
• Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

• Compile reports for publication and funded or future grant applications.
• Publishes research findings in peer reviewed journals.

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• Medical,prescription drug,dental,vision,life and AD&D,flexible spending accounts,and long-term disability insurancewith Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 daysof annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at least eight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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