Postdoctoral Associate
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Job no: 533798
Work type: Research Faculty
Senior management: Vice President for Research
Department: Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Categories: Research / Scientific
The Shin Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech is seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Associate to join our team. Our research focuses on thalamo-hippocampal circuits underlying social aggression and pain regulation, with the goal of uncovering novel mechanisms that shape complex behaviors. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about systems and circuit neuroscience, offering a stimulating and collaborative environment, cutting-edge tools, and strong mentorship for scientific and career development.
Recent highlights from the Shin Lab:
• https://news.vt.edu/articles/2025/07/research_fralinbiomed_shinR01_mmdd.html
• https://news.vt.edu/articles/2023/11/research_fbri_shinstress_1123.html
Responsibilities:
• Lead an independent research project using cutting-edge approaches in whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology, in vivo calcium imaging, and animal behavioral tests.
• Employ advanced neural circuit dissection methods (e.g., optogenetics, chemogenetics, stereotaxic viral delivery).
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets and contribute to conceptual advances in the field.
• Draft and publish high-impact papers and pursue fellowship opportunities.
• Ph.D. in neuroscience or related discipline. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• Strong background in in vivo behavioral assays, electrophysiology, and/or imaging techniques.
• Solid publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with stereotaxic surgery and circuit-level manipulations is highly desirable.
• Communication skills the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Commensurate with Experience
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
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