Postdoctoral Scholar

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

23h

About The Position

A P ostdoctoral Fellow p osit io n i s a vai l able in the Department of Physiology and Cell Biology at the University of Nevada Reno, School of Medicine, to study the involvement of cholesterol and lipid metabolism in the p athogenesis o f inherited peripheral neuropathies.

Requirements

• Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in the field o f neuroscience, pharmacology, o r molecular a nd cell biology obtained within 5 years of start date.
• Excellent oral and written c ommunication skills
• Strong record of productivity from previous training
• A thorough knowledge in mo l ecu l ar and c el l u l a r b i o lo gy, and/or neuroscience i s essential.

Nice To Haves

• The a pplicant should have a h igh level of independence in the design and execution of in vitro and in vivo e xperiments, the collection and analysis of data, and preparation of m anuscripts.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance – Faculty Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University.
• No state income tax!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees