Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Summary

A Postdoctoral position is available in the Sutton Laboratory in the Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at the University of Michigan (UM) Medical School to study altered synapse development in Neurodevelopmental disorders associated with altered chromatin regulation. The candidate will participate in multiple NIH-funded projects that explore disease mechanisms in rodent and human models.

The Sutton Lab is housed within the Michigan Neuroscience Institute(https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/michigan-neuroscience-institute)in the Interdisciplinary Taubman Biomedical Sciences Research Building on UM's medical school campus, immediately adjacent to UM's central campus. The laboratory is closely linked with multiple basic science and clinical laboratories through active collaborations, which offers the potential for training in diverse sets of innovative research techniques. We are seeking candidates who will be able to conduct discovery-oriented research in this unique collaborative environment. Successful candidates will be able to use electrophysiology, neuroimaging, chromatin biochemistry, functional genomics/informatics, and human 2D and 3D neuron models to explore the roles of chromatin regulators in activity-dependent synapse development in the central nervous system. Candidates are expected to have familiarity with these approaches, but not necessarily extensive expertise. Experience in electrophysiology, however, is considered a particularly important strength..

The department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology (MIP) runs a structured professional development program for postdoctoral research fellows that features enhanced mentoring and an emphasis on development of key skills such as scientific writing, grant writing, and oral communication (seehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30929265/).This MIP Postdoctoral Scholars program has significant resources to promote professional development, skill-based workshops, and community networking events. The program also provides an intensive program to guide Postdoctoral Fellows through all elements of the industry and/or academic job search process.

Qualifications

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who meets the below qualifications:

• Ph.D. in neurobiology/molecular and cell biology/bioinformatics or related discipline.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in one or more of the following fields preferred, but not required: synaptic plasticity, genetics, epigenetics.
• Experience in electrophysiology techniques will be an important asset.

Additional Information

The Salary range is $62,232 ~ $66,604 per year (depending on experience) comes with a competitive benefits package, and the opportunity to appoint and supervise one or more paid undergraduates to work on projects of your choice. The appointment of this position is at least 2 years. In the United States, the University of Michigan Medical School is one of the largest biomedical research enterprises and is located in Ann Arbor, consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in the United States.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to send the following materials tomasutton@umich.edu:

• Curriculum vitae
• Optional description of present and future scientific endeavors

Who We Are

The Michigan Neuroscience Institute was established in 1955 tobring together investigators from across the University of Michigan campus to probe the mysteries of the brain on a cellular, molecular, and behavioral level.Its 160 faculty and affiliate members seek to understand of the function and dysfunction of the human brain.

The Michigan Neuroscience Institute is an inclusive workplace that encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds and with diverse experiences to apply.

Please visit: https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/michigan-neuroscience-institute for more information about the Institute.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

See entire posting here: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/266798/research-fellow