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POSITION TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:
An NIH funded postdoctoral position in the Cline Lab is available to participate in a collaborative project at the Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA. The goal of this project is to identify brain cell-type contributions to age- and AD-related synaptic and neuronal decline. We will use state-of-the-art proteomic methods together with diverse genetic, imaging, electrophysiology and behavioral strategies to assess structural and functional aspects of brain function.

Key Responsibilities:

The Postdoctoral Associate will determine protein dynamics in genetically defined brain cell types in animal models of Alzheimer's Disease using bio-orthogonal non-canonical amino acid tagging (BONCAT) of newly-synthesized proteins and quantitative mass spectrometry, and conduct studies examining cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to synaptic and neuronal function and plasticity. The candidate will be actively involved in optimizing experimental design, data analysis, data interpretation and preparing manuscripts and presentations.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Neuroscience or related discipline. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.
• Background in neuroscience, biochemistry, and proteomics.
• A record of independent research and preparation of manuscripts.
• Experience with rodent handling and brain research.

PREFERRED

• Background in bioinformatics, imaging, electrophysiology
• Experience in mouse breeding and genetics

COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California's exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $64,480- $66,600. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.

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