Postdoctoral Scholar - Department of Pharmacology, Addiction Science and Toxicology

Postdoctoral Position in Biophysics/Biochemistry

Available Immediately

We are seeking a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to join our team studying lipid/alcohol regulation of calcium- and voltage-gated potassium (BK) channels. The ideal candidate will have:

- PhD in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Physiology, or Neuroscience(0-2 years of experience)
- Documented expertise in patch-clamp or bilayer electrophysiology 
- Proven experience with gating model analysis at single channel or whole-cell current resolution
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals (at least 2 first-author publications)
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities:

- Study lipid/alcohol regulation of BK channels in native tissues and heterologous systems
- Design, conduct, and analyze experiments using patch-clamp and bilayer electrophysiology
- Collaborate with team members and contribute to manuscript preparation
- Present research findings at conferences and seminars

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with molecular biology techniques (cloning, mutagenesis, etc.)
- Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., Igor Pro, Matlab)
- Knowledge of lipid biochemistry and physiology

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic research environment
- Access to state-of-the-art research facilities

How to Apply:

Please submit your application online at (link unavailable), including your CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references.