The Department of Neurological Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks a post-doctoral research associate that will work in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Dunaevsky (principal investigator/PI) with the PI and her research team to plan, develop, implement, and conduct research projects at UNMC.
Dr. Dunaevsky�s laboratory is interested in understanding the neural mechanismsunderlying behavioral impairments in neurodevelopmental disorders (i.e., Fragile X Syndrome). Taking advantage of multiple state-of-the-art techniques (e.g. multiphoton in vivo imaging, fiber photometry, EEG/EMG recordings, chemogenetic manipulation, and gene manipulation), the PI�s lab plan to interrogate glial and neuronal contributions to sensory hypersensitivity, motor learning impairments in sleep/wake associated with FXS. Duties involve experimental design, data collection, data analyses, and preparation of scholarly products. Scholarly products will include peer-reviewed publications, conference abstracts, extramural grant applications and progress reports.
Must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate scientific field (e.g., neuroscience, molecular biology)
For consideration and to apply for this position, applicants must submit a current CV,
a brief statement of research interests (one paragraph), and the names and contact
information of three references to
https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/95231
Creighton University 
Omaha, NE 
Full-time
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