Neuroscience - Postdoctoral Position 2013 at Ireland

Applications are invited for the above 4-year position which is funded by the Science Foundation Ireland Investigator Programme Award, and is available immediately for a period of 4 years. We welcome applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers to join a research programme aimed at elucidating the mechanisms by which nuclear receptors act as regulators of inflammation and stress-induced changes in hippocampal neurogenesis, and the consequent effects on cognition. The successful candidate will be expected to make an outstanding contribution to preclinical investigations in this regard. He/she will have access to facilities for state of the art cell and molecular biology, cell and tissue imaging, and behavioural analysis. The project will be supervised by Dr. Yvonne Nolan (PI) and Prof. John Cryan (co-PI).

Applicants should hold a PhD in Neuroscience or related discipline and will ideally have previous experience in the area of neurogenesis. A keen interest in mechanisms underpinning neuroinflammation and stress is essential. He/she should be proficient across a range of techniques including, but not limited to stereotactic surgery, viral vector technology, behavioural analysis relevant to cognition, immunocytochemistry and stereology. Experience in in vivo electrophysiology is desired. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both in a collaborative environment and with personal initiative are essential. A proven track record of first-author publications in peer reviewed journals is also essential as is an ability to play a leadership role and have mentorship experience.

To apply:
Send the following documents by email to Dr. Yvonne Nolan and Prof. John Cryan at nolanlab@ucc.ie:
(1) A letter of introduction describing your interest in this position and a clear statement regarding your competence
(2) Your CV
(3) Contact details of academic referees

The deadline for applications is 17th May 2013. Only those candidates considered suitable for the post will be informed by return email. Candidates considered suitable for the post will be required to attend for interview (date and location to be communicated).

Further information:
Information on the Department/Research is available at the following URLs:
http://www.ucc.ie/en/anatomy/ /> http://publish.ucc.ie/researchprofiles/C003/ynolan
http://publish.ucc.ie/researchprofiles/C003/jcryan