美国德克萨斯大学安德森癌症中心神经科学或神经免疫学博士后研究员

Job Description

We are looking for a post-doctoral researcher with a strong background in Neuroscience or Neuroimmunology to study novel therapeutic strategies to treat the neurotoxic effects of cancer treatment and/or tumor growth including neuropathic pain and chemobrain at the cellular, molecular and behavioral level in mouse models. Experience with rodent behavior and immunohistochemistry would be of great value for the research. The position is available immediately.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Research Activity
• Assess cognitive and pain behavior in mice treated with chemotherapy
• Collect and process ex vivo biological samples
• Perform molecular studies on brain and DRG/spinal cord at RNA and protein level
• Perform immunohistochemistry
• Perform metabolic studies using Seahorse Flux analysis
• Prepare and write manuscripts for publication.

2. Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Learning Skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Communication with faculty and staff within and outside the laboratory.
• Ability to work with others in a highly collaborative manner.
• Good problem-solving abilities.

3. Other
• Responsible for monitoring laboratory equipment and implementing safety procedures.
• Strong interest in basic and translational research
• Supervision of 1-2 research assistants