Instructor - Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology

University of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Tennessee Health Sciences, Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, seeks a full-time non-tenure track Instructor. This role involves conducting behavioral neuroscience experiments, performing histological and molecular experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and contributing to scientific presentations and manuscripts. The instructor will also assist with laboratory operations and training.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Engineering, Neuroscience, Biomedical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• Research experience in Neuroscience or a related biomedical field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mouse behavioral experiments, histology, microscopy, and quantitative data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral neuroscience experiments using mouse models, including touchscreen-based cognitive behavioral testing.
• Perform histological and molecular experiments, including tissue collection, cryostat sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and maintain experimental data.
• Assist with the development and optimization of experimental protocols.
• Contributes to the preparation of scientific presentations, manuscripts, and research reports.
• Assist with laboratory operations and the training of students and other laboratory personnel as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree