We are hiring! Multiple positions are available in the Volkan lab!
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY
A NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the Laboratory of Neurogenetics at Duke University, led by Dr. Pelin Volkan. We are looking for a highly motivated and accomplished scientist interested in how social experience affects gene regulation, neural circuit function, and behavior in the Drosophila.
The research project will involve the following techniques:
RNA and ChIP Sequence analysisGenetic and molecular manipulation of courtship/aggression circuits in the brain
Behavioral analysis Live-imaging and immunohistochemical analysis of Drosophila brainAll candidates with an interest in the effects of social experience on brain and behaviors are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. in Developmental Biology, Neuroscience, Computational biology, or a related field is required. Experience with live-imaging, electrophysiology, bioinformatics, or Drosophila biology is desired.
Please submit a cover letter, your CV, and contact information for three references to pc72@duke.edu.
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY
An NSF-funded postdoctoral position is available in the Laboratory of Neurogenetics at Duke University, led by Dr. Pelin Volkan. We are looking for a highly motivated and accomplished scientist interested in how olfactory signaling affects gene regulation in sensory neurons of the Drosophila melanogaster.
The research project will involve the following techniques:
RNA Sequence analysisLive-imaging and immunohistochemical analysis of Drosophila brain
All candidates with an interest in the effects of social experience on brain and behaviors are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. in Developmental Biology, bioinformatics, or a related field is required. Experience with live-imaging or Drosophila biology is desired.
Please submit a cover letter, your CV, and contact information for three references to pc72@duke.edu.
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN OPPORTUNITY
A NIH-funded research technician position is available in the Laboratory of Neurogenetics at Duke University, led by Dr. Pelin Volkan. We are looking for a highly motivated and accomplished scientist interested in how pheromone signaling affects gene regulation, neural circuit function in Drosophila.
The research project will involve the following techniques:
RNA and ChIP Sequence analysis Behavioral analysis Live-imaging and immunohistochemical analysis of Drosophila brainB.S. in Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required. Experience with Drosophila research is desired.
Please submit a cover letter, your CV, and contact information for three references to pc72@duke.edu.
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