A Postdoctoral Associate position is available at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation &Technology in Jupiter, Florida. The work will be focused on unraveling molecular, cellular and behavioral mechanisms underlying function of G Protein Coupled Receptor (GPCR) signaling pathways and understanding their role in nervous system function and neuropsychiatric disease. Potential projects include:

Neurobiological mechanisms underlying synaptic connectivity and circuit function

Development and behavioral characterization of mouse models of neurological and psychiatric illness

Development and use of optical sensors to understand neuromodulation

Molecular and cellular mechanisms of GPCR signaling and trafficking

Genetic and proteomic screens to identify novel GPCR regulators

Structural basis of receptor signaling and drug discovery

Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

Basic Qualifications and application instructions: PhD degree in biomedical sciences is required as well as evidence of published scholarly work. A pending doctoral degree will also be considered. To apply for this position please contact Kirill Martemyanov: kmartemyanov@ufl.edu Please include a CV, brief description of research interests and contact information of references.

We are a diverse group with a variety of backgrounds in science, culture, ethnicity and ways in life. The PI is serious about mentoring and trains postdocs to become independent tenure-track investigators. The institute provides an outstanding intellectual environment and access to a wide range of cutting-edge technologies. Please visit laboratory website at http://martemyanovlab.com for more details.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Florida is an equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The University of Florida invites all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records law.

To apply for this position, visit jobs.ufl.edu. Job number for this vacancy is 531694 and the deadline date to apply is open until filled . If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).