Research Scientist - Kuan Lab

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Neuroscience and the Center of Brain Immunology and Glia at the University of Virginia seeks an experienced and motivated Research Scientist to work in the Kuan Lab. The research will investigate vascular factors in neurodegeneration, experimental thrombolytic and collateral circulation treatments—mainly using murine models—or mechanisms of neuroglia cell-type determination in murine brain. This is full-time research or scholarship at the University. Research Scientists perform assigned tasks independently and are expected to have a firm background in their fields, lead small groups, and work without additional supervision after objectives and methods are established. As Senior Professional Research Staff, they are not expected to provide formal guidance to students or participate in the instructional program. The position is exempt-level, benefited, restricted, and dependent on funding availability. It is based in Charlottesville, Virginia, and must be performed fully on-site.

Requirements

Doctoral degree, or a master's degree with significant experience.
Firm background in the relevant research field.
Ability to perform assigned tasks independently and work without additional supervision after objectives and methods are set.
Ability to lead small groups.

Nice To Haves

PhD in neuroscience, cell biology, immunology, pharmacology, physiology, or another basic biomedical research field.
More than 10 years of postdoctoral-level work experience.

Responsibilities

Design and execute experiments independently with minimal instructions from the Lab Head.
Perform assigned research tasks independently.
Lead small groups and work without additional supervision once objectives and methods of approach are set.
Carry out research in one or more of the lab's areas: vascular factors in neurodegeneration; experimental thrombolytic and collateral circulation treatments, mainly using murine models; or mechanisms of neuroglia cell-type determination in murine brain.
Perform other duties as assigned.