A postdoctoral position is available for a highly motivated individual with a background in neural circuits to join the lab of Dr. Bikoff in the Department of Developmental Neurobiology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.

The goal of our research is to understand how neural circuits control movement. We approach this from multiple perspectives, using diverse technologies to analyze the molecular heterogeneity and connectivity of spinal neurons, explore how descending systems in the brain convey information to the spinal motor system, and define the functional roles of spinal interneurons in generating behavior.

This position broadly focuses on understanding the synaptic and circuit organization of neurons in the spinal cord that enable us to move. Specifically, the successful candidate will investigate the connectivity of genetically defined populations of spinal interneurons using a diverse set of approaches, including expansion microscopy, tissue clearing and light-sheet imaging, as well as viral tracing and transcriptomic methodologies. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who would thrive in a highly collaborative, fun, and supportive environment that also provides the freedom to independently develop a research project and take it in new directions.

The Ideal Candidate will have: 

• A PhD in neuroscience or related discipline

• Prior experience in studying neural circuits

• Familiarity with programming languages (e.g. R, Python) and an ability to work with large datasets

• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications

• Ability to independently design and execute experiments and interpret data

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary, highly collaborative environment

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

The Bikoff lab is strongly committed to providing individual mentoring and training, as well as ongoing support at all stages of career development. At St. Jude, we know what can be achieved when the brightest scientific minds face the fewest barriers. That’s why we provide world-class facilities, state-of-the-art technologies, and extraordinary support for your research to ensure scientific progress is never halted by a lack of resources.

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