POST-DOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Hoffman Laboratory, Yale University

Zebrafish Neural Circuit Analysis 

The Hoffman Laboratory at Yale University is recruiting for an NIH-funded post-doctoral position, available immediately. 

The main goal of the Hoffman Laboratory is to gain new insights into the roles of genes associated with autism spectrum disorders at the molecular, cellular, and circuit levels to develop improved pharmacological treatments. To accomplish this, we use zebrafish CRISPR-generated mutants of autism risk genes to analyze the functions of these genes in the developing brain and behavioral circuits. 

In collaboration with the Yale Center for Neurotechnology, our lab has constructed a custom multi-photon, light-sheet microscope for in vivo functional imaging of awake, behaving zebrafish. We are seeking a post-doctoral candidate interested in projects aimed at characterizing neural circuit deficits in zebrafish mutants of autism risk genes. 

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field and have prior research experience with in vivo imaging of neural activity and circuit analysis. Preference will be given to those with prior experience with animal models of neuropsychiatric/neurological disorders. 

To apply: 

Please send an email with your CV, contact information for 3 references, and cover letter to: Dr. Ellen Hoffman(ellen.hoffman@yale.edu) using the subject line: Postdoctoral applicant: Your name. Applicants are encouraged to outline research projects of interest. 

More information about the lab can be found at www.hoffmanlab.net.