Postdoctoral studies in electrophysiology Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neuroscience
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Postdoctoral studies in electrophysiology (scholarship)Login and apply
Research groups at the Department of Neuroscience study different aspects of the function of the normal nervous system, as well as disturbances, injuries and diseases affecting the nervous system. Projects include a broad range of studies at the molecular and cellular levels, the network level and at the level of the overall organization of the nervous system.
The department also conducts undergraduate education in neuroscience, anatomy and histology in a number of programs at Karolinska Institutet. To read more about our department, please visit our webpage; www.ki.se/en/neuro/startpage
We are looking for one highly motivated researcher with interest in neuroscience with particular focus on motor systems. The offered position is part of ongoing projects regarding the plasticity of spinal cord network organization under physiological (exercise/training) and pathophysiological conditions, such as, neuromuscular disorders (NMDs) and injury. To address this issue we will take advantage of the experimental amenability of the genetically powerful model system of the zebrafish – whose circuitry is relatively simple, better understood and produces a measurable and robust behavioral output. The post doc candidate will be involved in research to investigate how changes of muscle fiber properties can shape the organization and operational range of the corresponding upstream neuro-circuit. In our lab we use a variety of state of the art methods including electrophysiology (patch clamp recordings), viral transfection methods, calcium imaging, fixed tissue immunofluorescent microscopy and animal behavior.
Candidates should be highly motivated, energetic, self-motivated, able to work independently and in collaboration. Requirements are PhD degree in neuroscience or related discipline (within the past 3 years), and demonstrated expertise with whole cell patch-clamp electrophysiology (at least one first author publication). In addition, any experience with neuroanatomy and/or zebrafish will be positively evaluated. There is some flexibility in the starting date, with a preference for the first half of 2017.
Entry requirements
Type of scholarship
The amount is set for twelve months at a time and is paid out on a monthly basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable.
Application process An application must contain the following documents in English:
Curriculum vitae and qualifications, presented in accordance with Karolinska Institutet’s qualifications portfolio (http://ki.se/meritportfolj )
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