AST/ASO Research Scientist - University of Florida

AST/ASO Research Scientist

The Department of Psychiatry seeks applicants for an Assistant Scientist position to conduct research on neural and behavioral mechanisms of cognition and motivated behavior in the context of models of psychiatric and neurological conditions. The position requires the candidate to work independently as a scientist while also collaborating with students, post-doctoral fellows, and other faculty at University of Florida and beyond. We are seeking a scientist with skills in a broad range of behavioral neuroscience techniques, as well as experience with coding and computational analysis of large datasets, statistics, and experimental design.

Duties include:

• Conducting behavioral neuroscience experiments in rats, including operant behavioral testing, optogenetic, and fiber photometry
• Design and implementation of experiments
• Analysis of in vivo fiber photometry datasets
• Oral presentation of research results
• Writing manuscripts and grant proposals

Commensurate with training and experience

• A doctoral degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral neuroscience research or a closely-related field
• Experience with coding and statistics
• Experience with writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applications
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Interest in and experience with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research environment

• Experience with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
• Experience with operant behavioral testing in rodents, as well as optogenetic and fiber photometry
• Strong quantitative and computational skills
• Experience with rodent models of aging, neurodegenerative disease, and/or psychiatric disorders

As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, the University of Florida is dedicated to providing robust benefits options to support the wellbeing of their employees. The university offers a range of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet your family’s financial, educational, and health needs. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Salary commensurate with candidate's experience
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts, employee wellness program, and employee assistance program
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance
• Plan for your future with retirement savings and investment options that grow with you
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, winter break, and personal holidays
• Time to recover – 8 weeks of paid parental and medical leave
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services

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Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.