Postdoctoral Fellowship – Neuroscience and Metabolism

Postdoctoral Fellowship – Neuroscience and Metabolism

A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Matthew Potthoff, Ph.D., in the Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Dr. Potthoff’s lab is located in premiere research space in the Diabetes Research Center (FOEDRC) and his lab has access to all the facilities in the Iowa Neuroscience Institute. A highly motivated postdoctoral scholar will work on NIH-funded research projects to study the neurobiology of metabolism, body weight control, and macronutrient preference. To accomplish this, a combination of cutting-edge tools will be employed, including in vivo Cre-loxP technology, optogenetics and chemogenetics, in vivo calcium imaging, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, biochemistry and molecular biology. Energetic and self-motivated individuals with a strong background in systems neuroscience and/or neuropharmacology are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree and a track record of productivity and good writing and communication skills. Prior working experience with animal models is highly desirable. Preference will be given to those who have expertise in neuroanatomy, small animal surgery, and behavioral pharmacology.

To apply for this position, please visit https://jobrxiv.org/job/university-of-iowa-carver-college-of-medicine-27778-postdoctoral-positions-central-control-of-metabolism-and-nutrient-sensing/, where you can submit a CV, letter of interest, and names of three references who can be contacted.   

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.