Postdoctoral Research Associate

Title:
306-NN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Additional Titles:

Location:
WSU PULLMAN CAMPUS

Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:
Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience is an academic unit in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Faculty within the department form highly collaborative research units that study substance abuse, ingestive behavior, stress, and sleep neurobiology. Thus, the candidate will have ample opportunities for collaboration and co-mentoring. Postdocs can compete for both intramural and external research grants. In addition to postdoctoral training, the department offers baccalaureate and doctoral degree programs in Neuroscience. The department is housed in an award-winning, ultra-modern BSL-2 research facility on the Pullman campus of Washington State University, and it is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopy, imaging, electrophysiology, cell biology, and behavioral testing equipment. Pullman is a college town located in the heart of the Palouse, on the Southeast border of Washington State, with easy access to various outdoor recreation opportunities. It has received accolades for highest quality of life, healthy community, safety, and green transportation.

Tenure Track (Faculty only): No

Annual Salary: $54,835-$57,846 Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.

FTE:

100%

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. and experience in neuroscience research in rodents is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with experience in slice electrophysiology, stereotaxic surgery and/or behavioral assays. Strong oral and written communication skills preferred.

Note: Dr. Shane Hentges is moving to Washington State University in December 2021. For more information on her research see http://csu-cvmbs.colostate.edu/academics/bms/Pages/shane-hentges.aspx or contact Dr. Hentges at shane.hentges@colostate.edu

Additional Information:

Permanent/Temporary:
This is a temporary position expected to end on 11/20/2023. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

City/State/Zip:

Pullman, WA 99164-7620

Department:

College of Veterinary Medicine
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience

Department Link:

https://ipn.vetmed.wsu.edu/

Screening Begin Date:

November 16, 2021

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Required Documents:

Cover letter stating experience and interest in the position. A CV and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/VETERINARY-AND-BIOMEDICAL-RESEARCH-BUILDING/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate_R-3046

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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