Assistant Professor in Neuroscience, Department of Biology, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
The Department of Biology at West Virginia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the area of neuroscience at the Assistant Professor rank. The preferred start date is August 2025.
The Department of Biology, in collaboration with the Department of Psychology, offers a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, which has grown to approximately 135 majors in just five years. The Department of Biology also offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Biology: Pre-medical and maintains approximately 600 majors annually. We offer areas of emphasis in Human Health, Global Health, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Ecology/Ecosystems & Global Change, and Integrative Biology. The Department of Biology has over 40 graduate students in M.S. and Ph.D. programs with a strong track record of students receiving prestigious Department of Education, National Institutes of Health, and National Science Foundation fellowships. The Department of Biology is home to a state-of-the-art shared imaging facility, spatial transcriptomics tools, and the WVU Genomics and Bioinformatics Core Facility . Across the university there are over 40 basic and clinical neuroscience labs within the centers for neuroscience and the eye institute, which foster interdisciplinary collaborative research and funding opportunities.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will expand the Department’s existing neuroscience research, which includes behavioral genetics, neurodevelopment, molecular genetics, and circuit structure and function includingconnectomics.
Teaching responsibilities will normally include one lecture course per semester and one course per semester equivalent associated with undergraduate and graduate research training programs. The successful candidate is expected to teachclasses at the undergraduate and graduate levels that complement the Department of Biology’s current neuroscience and molecular offerings. The candidate will also be expected to serve the community, university, and profession.
Professional Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have: 1) a PhD or equivalent degree in biology, neuroscience, or a related field; Areas of neuroscience such as genetics, behavior, evolution, systems-level, and cellular focused research will be considered that use invertebrates or non-mammalian vertebrates. Researchers using big data approaches, cutting-edge quantitative tools and whose research emphasizes sensory or sensory-motor integration and/or neural plasticity are of high interest. 2) a strong record of postdoctoral scholarly publications; 3) demonstrated ability to develop an externally funded, independent research program; 4) openness to collaborative research; 5) strong potential for outstanding contribution to the Department’s undergraduate and graduate teaching and research missions; 6) ability to work across multiple levels of biological organization; 7) excellent written and oral communication skills.
Application:
To apply, please visit https://wvu.taleo.net/careersection/faculty/jobdetail.ftl?job=24953&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York and upload (1) a cover letter addressed to the Department of Biology Neuroscience Search Committee, (2) a curriculum vitae including a complete list of publications and relevant teaching experience, (3) a research plan for the first five years, (4) a teaching and mentoring philosophy statement, and (5) a list of at least three references with complete contact information. Review of applications will begin October 14th and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information please contact (Eric Horstick, eric.horstick@mail.wvu.edu).
WVU is a comprehensive land grant university and WVU’s Carnegie Classification is R1 (“Doctoral Universities - Very High Research Activity”). Morgantown is centrally located and regularly makes “Best Place to Live” lists because of its good schools, excellent health care, low unemployment rate, low crime rate, and abundant recreational opportunities. WVU provides faculty members with a supportive environment for developing a visible and productive career (https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/new-employees )and commits to assist in partner employment.
WVU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, women and gender diverse individuals, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
The Jeff Yoder lab (https://jeffyoderlab.wordpress.ncsu.edu/ ) at North Carolina State University (https://www.ncsu.edu/ ) is focused on immunogenomics and immunotoxicology. Comparative immunogenomics research explores the evolution of innate immune receptor gene families across all vertebrate lineages with an emphasis on ray finned fish. Immunotoxicology research utilizes zebrafish and human cell culture to investigate the functional impact of PFAS exposure on innate immunity.
We are recruiting for a cell and molecular biology Research Scholar who will perform a variety of complex and independent activities involving experimental design, and data collection, analysis, and documentation, and will oversee the day-to-day operations of the lab. Both zebrafish and cell culture models will be used.
Details about the position and instructions for applying can be found here: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/206161 .
Applications can only be accepted through the university’s online portal (above). Questions pertaining to the position can be directed to jayoder@ncsu.edu.
The Center for Comparative Medicine provides for the care, health and well-being of all research animals used in the pursuit of scientific achievement and excellence at Baylor College of Medicine. CCM provides the highest quality veterinary and animal care and acts as a resource for the faculty on veterinary and scientific issues relating to the use of laboratory animals. Under general supervision, provides routine care and handling of laboratory animals in a safe and sanitary manner. Aquaculture/water chemistry experience will be a plus, but on-site training will be provided.
Job Duties
Feeds and waters animals.
Changes animal caging as scheduled, sanitizing rooms, equipment and hallways.
Conducts daily animal health checks.
Applies permanent identification devices.
Ensures that activities are in compliance with AAALAC standards.
Signs multiple husbandry logs.
Transfers animals between rooms and facilities in accordance to facility regulations.
Performs other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED.
One year of relevant experience.
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
Preferred Qualifications
Aquaculture/water chemistry experience will be a plus.
Basic understanding of dilutions, basic chemical recipes, plumbing, aquaculture filtration, fish handling and fish health are desired skill sets.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
The Knight group are recruiting a postdoctoral research associate to investigate how ageing affects muscle stem cell function. The post will be based in the Centre for Craniofacial & Regenerative Biology at Guy’s Hospital in the heart of London. Research in the Centre includes developmental biology, biophysics, stem cell biology and tissue engineering in a vibrant, collaborative, and interactive environment.
We are looking for applicants with a PhD in the area of regenerative or cell biology, with strong skills in analysing gene function and regulation. Experience of working with zebrafish or muscle would be beneficial as would skills in analysing transcriptomic data. Candidates should have an excellent research track record, be committed to the project and keen to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Key requirements will involve functional evaluation of candidate ageing modifiers genes and molecules for their roles in regulating cell behaviour in regenerating muscle of zebrafish. Complementary assays using human cells will be used to determine conservation of function in vertebrates and to identify candidate targets for promoting healthy muscle in ageing. Live cell imaging and analysis, gene function analysis, cell culture, use of zebrafish as a model organism, transcriptomics and molecular network modelling are key skills for this project.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background or culture. Research staff training and development is actively supported at King’s through the action plan for the Concordat for Research Staff.
We are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria
PhD in cell biology, regenerative biology, or relevant subject
Experience of working with animal models
Advanced microscopy and image analysis skills
Advanced molecular biology and gene manipulation skills
Highly motivated with interest in subject area and evidence of generating research outputs
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams and have a positive approach to co-operative working
Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills, logical and consistent record keeping and data analysis skills
Willingness to mentor and train other team members, to contribute to common group activities and meetings and help as needed
Desirable criteria
Experience in analysing gene expression datasets and using computer models for predicting molecular interactions
Experience of working in the area of regenerative biology
Experience of performing gene manipulation in zebrafish
Experience of cell culture
Understanding of the ageing field
Key benefits include:
Salary: £43,205 - £45,521 including London Weighting Allowance.
Access to 10 days training and development per annum.
More detail about benefits of working at King’s can be found here:
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/kings-benefits
Please see details for applying to the post here:
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/093608-postdoctoral-research-associate
Note the Job id is 093608 and closing date is Sep 1st.
Contact robert.knight@kcl.ac.uk if you have questions about the post.