Postdoctoral Fellow

Posting Details

Job Code/Title PD - Post Doctoral Position Number P00001 Working Title Postdoctoral Fellow Department Physiology & Biophysics Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Recruitment Pool All Applicants Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate Campus MCV Campus Position Type Post Doc Hours/Week Normal work days Normal work hours Job Category Does this position provide patient or clinical services to the VCU Health System? No Does this position require a pre-placement medical assessment? No Is any portion of this position grant-funded? Yes - Continuation of this position depends on funding of the grant. Sensitive Position Yes- A pre-employment fingerprint background check will be required. Resource Critical No Description of the Job

A postdoctoral position is available to study the 5-HT2A-mGlu2 receptor complex. The research projects are focused on the investigation of the structure and function of the receptor complex in vitro, in mouse models, and in postmortem human brain of schizophrenic subjects. Expertise in G protein-coupled receptors ( GPCR ), molecular biology, neurobiology, neuronal culture and animal work is desirable.

Required Qualifications

The candidate should have a PhD in biological or biomedical sciences, and prior experience in biophysical and molecular biology techniques .

Preferred Qualifications Job Open Date 04/21/2021 Remove from posting on or before Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information Quick Link https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/105436 Supplemental Questions

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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Other Document