Employment

Postdoctoral Research Position

Postdoctoral Research Position on Behavioral Neuroscience with a focus on telemetric and microdialysis approaches - Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics, Brain Mind Institute, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland. A postdoctoral position is immediately available for an excellent candidate with strong background in telemetric (for indexes of sympathetic nervous system activity) and/or microdialysis approaches in neuroscience. Some knowledge on the field of behavioral neuroscience is desirable, but not compulsive. The successful applicant will investigate the neurobiological mechanisms underlying vulnerability to stress-induced cognitive and psychopathological alterations in rodents. The project aims to understand how stress (particularly early life experiences) leads to increased anxiety, depression-like behaviors and aggression. The research will be conducted in rats, at the Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics in new state-of-the-art research facilities. The Brain Mind Institute (EPFL; http://bmi.epfl.ch/) is dedicated to exploring the emergence of higher brain function across multiple levels ranging from gene expression to cognition and emotional processing. Interested applicants must have a PhD in Neuroscience or related discipline, with a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. More information about our laboratory projects can be obtained on the web (http://lgc.epfl.ch/). The position is immediately available and can be extended for up to 4 years.
Interested candidates should send by email a pdf document including: CV, a research statement -indicating scientific interests and relevant experience- and the names of 3 reference persons to: Prof. Carmen Sandi, Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics,
Brain Mind Institute, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL), Bat. AAB. Station 19, CH-1015 Lausanne, Switzerland. E-mail: carmen.sandi@epfl.ch

Tenure-Track Position

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with salary level appropriate to qualifications, to begin May 1, 2010 or later. Preference will be given to candidates with an MD degree and/or a PhD degree in Pharmacology, and expertise in neuropharmacology and appropriate postdoctoral training. In addition to joining the University of Saskatchewan’s Neural Systems and Plasticity Research Group, and developing a strong, externally funded research program, the successful candidate will be expected to teach in our Physiology/Pharmacology BSc program and to contribute to the team-teaching of Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, and Graduate Students. Supervision of Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows is also expected. State-of-the-art research facilities will be available in the new Health Sciences Complex, which is currently under construction. For those candidates with clinical training and interests, a cross appointment with a clinical department is possible. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. The University of Saskatchewan is committed to employment equity. Members of designated groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to self-identify on their applications. Prior to January 31, 2010, applicants should submit, both electronically and as signed hard copies, a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interests, reprints of recent publications, and the names and addresses of three referees to: Dr. Venkat Gopalakrishnan, Professor & Head, Department of Pharmacology, 107 Wiggins Road, SASKATOON, SK CANADA S7N 5E5. Please direct email to: Mrs. Cindy S. Wruck, Executive Secretary <cindy.s.wruck@usask.ca>

Postdoctoral Research Assistant. (Full time, fixed term for 2 years)

A full-time Medical Research Council-funded postdoctoral research assistant position is available from January 2010 for a fixed term period of 24 months to work with Dr. Steve Clapcote and Professor John Rodgers (Institute of Psychological Sciences) to study the role of a synaptic adhesion protein in behavioural phenotypes relevant to schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorder. The project aims to investigate the behavioural and pharmacological effects of genetic deficiency of this protein in a knockout mouse model. This research will employ a range of techniques to assess locomotor activity, cognition, social interaction and antipsychotic drug responsiveness.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. (awarded or near completion) in neuroscience or psychology, experience in a relevant area of behavioural neuroscience, and a commitment to establishing a research career. Experience with molecular biology is desired but not essential. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated individual to broaden their horizons in a rapidly growing, highly fundable area of disease-related, translational research. You should be able to work independently, communicate effectively, and to be willing to fully participate in collaborative opportunities at Leeds.

Salary: Grade 7 (£29,704 - £35,469 p.a) It is likely that the appointment will be made at £29,704 p.a. since there are funding limitations which dictate the level at which the appointment can start. Further details available from fbsjobs@leeds.ac.uk. Closing date: 05 January 2010 at 12:00

Department of Psychology, University at Buffalo

The Department of Psychology at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, invites applications for an ASSOCIATE or FULL Professor in BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE, CLINICAL, COGNITIVE, or SOCIAL (pending final budgetary approval). Applicants are expected to have an active, visible research program that complements and extends the research foci of one of our four areas of concentration, to publish theoretical and empirical research in top-tier journals, and to contribute to both graduate and undergraduate supervision and instruction. A history of obtaining external grant support is essential. A detailed description of the Department can be found at http://www.psychology.buffalo.edu. Apply on-line at https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu. Select “Search Postings”. After the jump, select “Psychology” under “Department.” You will be required to upload a letter of application, vitae, and selected reprints. Correspond with the Senior Faculty Search Committee, Park 206, Department of Psychology, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, 14260-4110. Initial review of applications will begin on November 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Recruiter. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Research Psychologist

TRUE Research Foundation is currently seeking a Research Psychologist for research work at Ft. Rucker, AL. The Research Psychologist is responsible for independently collecting neuropsychological and psychophysiological data, along with case history information from US Marines as part of a high-visibility, research study, under the conduct of the TRUE Research Foundation. The research protocol is titled “Auditory, Vestibular, and Cognitive Effects From Repeated Blast” and is under the supervision of the study’s Principal Investigator, William A. Ahroon, Ph.D. at the United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory. The study focuses on assessing the auditory, vestibular, oculomotor, sleep, and neuropsychological complaints from Marine breacher instructors due to repeated blast exposure. Additional information can be found on TRUE’s website, www.trueresearch.org”

TRUE offers competitive pay and excellent benefits. Please submit all CVs to HR@trueresearch.org or by fax to (210) 829-5513 by January 1, 2010. “

Assistant Professor in Behavioral Neuroscience

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, jointly with the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences and its Center for Neuroeconomic Studies < invite applications for an assistant professor (tenure-track) position in Systems and Integrative Neuroscience to begin Fall 2010. We seek outstanding applicants with interdisciplinary research programs aimed at understanding the neuroeconomics of reward and decision making with relevance to drug addiction using small animal models. An example would be mouse genetic studies of decision making relevant to drug addiction, although all research programs relevant to the topic will be considered. In addition to the development of a nationally-recognized externally-funded research program, faculty responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching. The position will be exclusively hired at the Assistant Professor level and eligible candidates must not have previously held a tenure-track position. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and selected reprints/preprints. All materials should be submitted electronically via the web at www.academicjobsonline.org . For additional information please contact Dr. Warren Meck <mailto:meck@psych.duke.edu> Chair, Systems and Integrative Neuroscience Search Committee. Applications received by December 1 will be guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. We strongly encourage applications from women and underrepresented minority candidates.

TENURE STREAM POSITION IN BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE

The Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the field of behavioral neuroscience. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2010. We encourage applications from candidates with a strong research record in fundamental neurobiological mechanisms of behavior, who demonstrate an integrative, multidisciplinary approach in their research. Areas of interest may range from molecular and cellular to systems level approaches. Consideration will also be given to applicants doing translational work in human and non-human subjects. The successful candidate will be expected to build an externally-funded and vibrant research program, and to undertake graduate and undergraduate research supervision and teaching. The successful applicant will also be expected to excel in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, contributing to our undergraduate curricula in Psychology and Neuroscience and our graduate program in Psychology. We encourage you to submit your application online by visiting the University of Toronto Faculty Careers Page at http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm. Applicants should submit a complete and current curriculum vita, a statement of teaching interests and experience, and a teaching portfolio. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent directly to: Professor John Bassili, Chair; Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Scarborough; 1265 Military Trail, Toronto; Ontario, Canada, M1C 1A4. The closing date for applications is November 30, 2009.

Teure-track, assistant professor, Binghamton University

The Behavioral Neuroscience program within the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin no later than Fall, 2010. Applicants who have not previously held a tenure-track position and who have a background and interest in alcohol research are invited to apply. Of particular interest are candidates with expertise that would complement existing research interests of the Behavioral Neuroscience program at Binghamton as well as those of the Developmental Effects of Alcohol Research Center (DEARC), a NIAAA-funded center that unites researchers at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, Binghamton University and other institutions in upstate New York for the conduct of interdisciplinary investigations of fetal/adolescent alcohol exposure. Successful candidates will be expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting external funding and demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. More information about the Department is available at: http://www2/binghamton.edu/psychology. Binghamton University is one of the four University Centers within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, and has an enrollment of over 14,000 students, of which 20% are graduate students. The campus is located on 887 acres (including a 350 acre nature preserve) above the Susquehanna River, and received the highest “green” rating in the Princeton Review’s ranking of colleges by environmental sustainability. Greater Binghamton is a community of about 250,000 with low crime and low housing costs, an employment base dominated by electronics and health care, and surrounded by the forested hills, orchards and vineyards of upstate New York. CONTACT: Send a statement of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, reprints, and three letters of recommendation either: (a) by e-mail to gdaniels@binghamton.edu; include “BNS faculty position” in header; or (b) by sending a hard-copy to: BNS Faculty Search Committee, Psychology Department, Binghamton University, Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000. Applications will be reviewed as received. Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Postdoctoral Position for the Aging Research at the University of Washington

Our laboratory is studying the genetic mechanisms of aging, with a special interest in the process of accelerated aging (progeroid syndromes). Research projects include (1) molecular and cellular mechanisms of accelerated aging involving telomere, lamin and the WRN helicase; and (2) identification of new progeroid syndrome genes. Other ongoing studies include the patient registry of Werner syndrome (“Progeria of Adult”) and genetic risk factors of common age-related disorders. The post-doc position is open to start immediately. Experiences in the standard techniques of molecular and cellular biology are required. A strong background in the area of somatic aging is appreciated. Please contact: Junko Oshima, M.D., Ph.D., Research Associate Professor of Pathology, University of Washington, HSB-K543, Box 357470, 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195-7470. picard@u.washington.edu (206) 685-2719, (206) 543-5088.

TENURE-TRACK POSITION

The Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (www.psych.ubc.ca) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Behavioural Neuroscience, which will begin 1 July 2010. This position is budgeted for the Assistant Professor level. Candidates must have a PhD before commencing the position. We are seeking someone who can add to the departmental strength in animal-based behavioural neuroscience. (Primate facilities are not available.) We are seeking individuals with strong research records appropriate to a research-oriented doctoral program, who have strong commitments to teaching and research supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a program of effective teaching, graduate supervision, scholarly research leading to publication, and service. The starting salary for the position will be commensurate with experience. The University of British Columbia hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Applicants for the position should send a curriculum vitae, samples of their scholarly work, statements of their research and teaching interests, evidence of their teaching abilities and effectiveness (course outlines, student evaluations, etc.), and at least three confidential letters of recommendation to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of British Columbia, 2136 West Mall, Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z4. The closing date for applications is: 16 October 2009.

FACULTY POSITION

The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. New faculty members will join a collegial and collaborative department at a university in the midst of an ambitious program to achieve national prominence in research and education. Candidates with research interests that complement the departmental research programs that focus on studying the molecular or cellular mechanisms underlying physiological processes, complex behaviors, or drug action are desirable. Successful candidates will also be expected to participate in medical and graduate teaching. Applicants must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in medical education, funding success and potential, and research interests that enhance departmental programs targeting neurological, neuropsychiatric, cardiovascular or endocrine disorders. Substantial start-up funds and modern facilities will be provided. The initial appointment is viewed as a non-tenure track position, with transition into a tenure-track following establishment of a funded, independent research program and demonstration of teaching competency. Exceptional applicants will be considered for immediate appointment on the tenure-track. Qualified applicants may apply by submitting a single electronic file (PDF, Word) that includes a cover letter summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae and publication list, a statement of research plans and professional goals, and contact information for four references. The file should be attached to an e-mail message sent to Dr. Marlene Wilson at ppn.search@uscmed.sc.edu with “PPN Faculty Search” as the subject. For more information about the department including our research programs please visit: http://ppn.med.sc.edu/. The University of South Carolina is an AA/EOE. 12/31/09

Tenure-track position, Assistant Professor - Mexico

The Instituto de Neurobiología-UNAM in Querétaro, Mexico invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Developmental Neurobiology and Neurophysiology. We seek scientists whose research focuses on one or more of the following themes using modern and novel experimental approaches: Development of the Nervous System, Structure, Connectivity, and Plasticity of the Nervous System, Sensory Systems, Chronobiology, Aging, Neurodegeneration, and Stem Cells. The successful applicant will be expected to establish a strong, externally funded research program, to engage in intramural collaborative projects, to supervise graduate students, and to teach basic and advanced courses in the area of Neurobiology. Applicants should send their CV, three letters of recommendation, vision statements on research and teaching, and selected publications to Magda Giordano, giordano@servidor.unam.mx no latter than October 31st. The Instituto de Neurobiología (<http://www.inb.unam.mx/>www.inb.unam.mx) is located at about 20 km from Querétaro's historic colonial downtown, and it is an important part of the effort to decentralize scientific activities in Mexico.

BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE – OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

The Department of Psychology at The OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY seeks outstanding candidates to fill 2-3 positions over the next few years in Behavioral Neuroscience. Pending availability of funds, these positions are expected to be at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels, but may be open to exceptional senior applicants. Candidates whose interests are in any mainstream focus in behavioral neuroscience, including; the neurobiology of learning and memory, aging, psychiatric disease, mechanisms of neurodegeneration or behavioral genetics are encouraged to apply. New facilities are available that can accommodate a variety of methods. All applicants are expected to have strong research programs and to contribute to both graduate and undergraduate supervision and instruction. Prospective candidates should send a letter of application, statements of research and teaching interests, a vita, selected reprints, and three letters of recommendation to the Behavioral Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Ohio State University, 1835 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210. To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by September 15^th, 2009; but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. For more information about the department, visit: www.psy.ohio-state.edu. To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. EEO/AA employer.

POST-DOC: PRECLINICAL MODELS OF DRUG USE & ADDICTION

Available immediately: Post-doctoral position in the Behavioral Neuropharmacology Laboratory (http://www.unl.edu/psychoneuropharm/) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of Psychology. Ongoing research uses standard and novel models to study the behavioral and neuropharmacological processes mediating the effects of abused drugs. Specific projects include assessing how drug cues acquire additional excitatory and/or modulatory control over behavior, extinction processes involving nicotine, pharmaco- and immuno-therapies for the treatment of methamphetamine use, and translational approaches to treating drug addiction. We are looking for an individual that will contribute significantly to the progress of these projects, as well as bring an infusion of new ideas. Candidates must have a Ph.D., or equivalent degree in related area. Salary will be competitive and meet NIH standards. Send CV and the name of 3 references electronically to Dr. Rick Bevins at rbevins1@unl.edu. The University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action and equal opportunity. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Postdoctoral Position

An NIH funded POSTDOCTORAL POSITION is available to study midbrain dopamine function within the context of striatal, hippocampal, and prefrontal learning and memory systems. Studies involve high density single unit recording in freely behaving rats. Electrophysiological and MATLAB experience is preferred. The neuroscience community at the University of Washington is well established, and continues to grow in terms of its multidisciplinary nature. Thus, there are opportunities to expand along established lines of collaboration that include behavioral genetic and pharmacological approaches. Please send a CV and the names of three references to Sheri Mizumori, Box 351525, Psychology Department, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195 (mizumori@u.washington.edu). Application review will begin August 24, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Ph.D. required by date of appointment. The University of Washington strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Postdoctoral Position in Neuroscience

Powell Laboratory, UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. A postdoctoral training position is immediately available to study genetic animal models of autism and autism spectrum disorders. Potential projects include behavioral, cellular, and molecular characterization of genetic animal models relevant to autism and autism spectrum disorder. Candidates should have a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent in neuroscience, biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, or psychology. Experience with behavioral analysis, knockout technology or general neuroscience background is desired but not required. This is an excellent opportunity for a behavioral person to gain molecular training, for a molecular person to gain behavioral training, or for an electrophysiologist to broaden their horizons in a rapidly growing, highly fundable area of disease-related, translational research. The Fellow should be able to work independently, communicate effectively, and to be willing to fully participate in collaborative opportunities at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Salary/benefits are competitive with industry standards and commensurate with experience. Send CV, description of research background and interests, and names of two references to: Craig M. Powell, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Depts. of Neurology and Psychiatry, UT Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-8813.
craig.powell@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Postdoctoral Position

A postdoctoral research position (PhD or MD) is available for two years as
part of a continuing NIDA funded P60 Center of Excellence on Antisocial Drug
Dependence. Research includes: clinical and epidemiological studies;
behavior genetic studies of twins, adoptees, and nuclear families; molecular
and statistical genetics; and studies of brain function. Phenotypes of
interest include drug related behaviors, HIV risk behaviors, and fMRI data.
Directors of the Center are John Hewitt, Tom Crowley, and Robert Booth.
Principal investigators are Christian Hopfer, Mike Stallings, Tom Crowley,
Soo Rhee, Matt McQueen, and Ken Krauter. The position may be based in either
Denver (Dept. of Psychiatry, UCDenver) or Boulder (Institute for Behavioral
Genetics, UCBoulder), and will be paid at the recommended NIH rate for
postdoctoral fellows based on years since graduation. Inquiries may be made to any Center investigator. Applications should be submitted via www.jobsatcu.com. The position number is 807416. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. There is no restriction on nationality for this
position. John K. Hewitt, Director, Institute for Behavioral Genetics.

Postdoctoral Position - Boston University School of Medicine

Post-doctoral Position in Cognitive Neurobiology: This is a position on a multidisciplinary team studying the structure and function of the cerebral cortex in a rhesus monkey model of age-related cognitive decline. These multidisciplinary studies investigate the 3-dimensional structure of the cerebral cortex (neocortex, proisocortex and hippocampal cortex) with the goal of discovering the structural and functional changes underlying age-related cognitive impairments. These studies utilize state-of-the-art methods including immunohistochemcistry (3-D confocal laser imaging) and neuroimaging (diffusion tensor imaging) combined with methods from statistical physics (density mapping, cross-correlations and neural modeling) to characterize these cortical areas and their relationship ot cognitive change. The position will focus on the neuroanatomical methods but requires communication with and participation in the imaging, mathematical and modeling approaches as well as understanding the behavioral and cognitive endpoints. Hence, the ideal candidate will have a multidisciplinary neuroscience background with a good understanding of immunohistochemistry, microscopy and neuroanatomy as well as a reasonable familiarity with behavior and an interest in developing expertise in quantitative and neuroimaging methods. Interested candidates should submit their CV to: Douglas L. Rosene, PhD, Boston University School of Medicine, 700 Albany St., W701, Boston, MA 02118 or email to drosene@bu.edu. Contact Information: Douglas L. Rosene, Ph.D., Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, 715 Albany St., W701, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02118. 617-638-4061 (V) 617-638-4922 (F) drosene@bu.edu

Postdoctoral Fellow - NYU

A post-doc slot will be available in 2010 to compare and contrast medial temporal lobe and striatal contributions to conditional motor associative learning in non-human primates. This project will expand beyond our laboratory’s previous work in the medial temporal lobe to start to look at learning and reward-related signals in the striatum. Wendy Suzuki wendy@cns.nyu.edu

Postdoctoral Fellows & Research Technician – Northwestern University

To study site-specific gene regulation of long-lasting memory. Please send vita to aryeh@northwestern.edu. 1. Senior postdoctoral fellow: Neurobehavioral analyses, intracranial injections of lentivirus after animal neurosurgery. 2. Postdoctoral fellow: fluorescence and confocal imaging; quantitative in situ hybridization, dual channel immunofluorescence. 3. Research technician: Should have skills related to the above, with higher priority for those with molecular biological background and/or microscopy skills. Serve as lab manager. Professor Aryeh Routtenberg. Departments of Psychology and Neurobiology in the Weinberg College of Arts and Science Department of Physiology Feinberg College of Medicine Northwestern University. 2029 Sheridan Rd, Swift Hall, Room 102, Evanston, Illinois 60208. email: aryeh@northwestern.edu phone: 847 491-3628 fax: 847 491-3557 cell: 847 702-7749

Tenure-Track Faculty Jobs - Systems and Cellular Neuroscientists (pbl090520)

Department of Neuroscience, School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, University of Texas at Dallas. The Neuroscience Program in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) at The University of Texas at Dallas seeks to fill two (2) new tenure-track faculty positions in Neuroscience with innovative investigators whose research interests address basic and/or applied issues of nervous system plasticity. The University seeks outstanding scientists with substantive postdoctoral training in their research area, ready to continue or develop their own independent extramurally funded research program. These individuals will enhance and contribute to the program’s multidisciplinary core investigating systems and cellular level plasticity in learning and memory, in sensory systems, in aging, and in recovery or augmentation of function. See http://www.utdallas.edu/bbs for more information. Faculty teach in the undergraduate (Neuroscience B.S.) and graduate (Cognition and Neuroscience Ph.D.) programs that have attracted students with top academic ratings for more than a decade and complement other BBS programs’ strengths in imaging, modeling, human electrophysiology, and cognitive sciences. Successful applicants will have new laboratories fitted to their needs, along with competitive startup packages and salaries. The University of Texas at Dallas is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action University and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the University’s faculty and administration. Indication of gender and ethnicity for affirmative action statistical purposes is requested as part of the application. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled; the starting date is negotiable. For more information and to apply online, go to: http://provost.utdallas.edu/facultyjobs/welcome/jobdetail/pbl090520

Tenure-Stream Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga

The University of Toronto Mississauga, Department of Psychology, invites applications for a tenure-stream position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Animal Behavioural Neuroscience from scholars with research interests in social neuroscience that compliment current areas of strength in the department (sexual differentiation, behavioural neuroendocrinology, and behaviour genetics). The successful applicant will join a research cluster committed to the study of animal neurogenetic and behavioural research. Facilities include a large, small-mammal vivarium, including mouse facilities, behavioural testing rooms, surgical, histological, molecular, and microscopy labs, excellent outdoor “fields,” and within our Centre for Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology, we have state of the art facilities in confocal microscopy, qRT pcr, DNA sequencing, and NMR. The position will begin July 1, 2010. Candidates should have received their Ph.D. by the starting date, and should show evidence of demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an active, externally funded program of research and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate and graduate students. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We encourage you to submit your application online by visiting us at http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm, and refer to job number 0900349. Please ensure that you include a current CV, statement of research and teaching interests, materials relevant to teaching experience, and copies of representative publications. In addition to the online application, please submit three copies of your application and other materials to Chair of Behavioural Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga, 3359 Mississauga Road North, Room SE-2037B, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6. Three letters of recommendation should also be sent under separate cover. All materials must be received by September 30, 2009. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Postdoctoral Position in Neurodegeneration – University of Wisconsin

Two NIH funded postdoctoral positions are presently available in the laboratory. The focus of the laboratory is Molecular Neuropharmacology/Neurodegeneration. Oxidative stress is believed to be a principal factor in the development of many chronic neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. My laboratories goal is to discover ways to increase the defense mechanisms in brain by activating multiple antioxidant defense genes simultaneously through activation of the Nrf2-ARE pathway. Present work in the laboratory is focused on: 1) drug discovery with respect to small molecule activators of the Nrf2-ARE neuroprotective pathway; 2) signaling mechanisms responsible for Nrf2-mediated neuroprotection using proteomics; 3) role of astrocytes in Nrf2-mediated neuroprotection; 4) the role of Nrf2 in microglial activation; and 5) viral-mediated delivery of Nrf2 and/or transplantation of Nrf2 overexpressing progenitor cells into animal models of Alzheimer’s Disease, ALS, Huntington’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease. Depending on applicant’s background, there is the potential for development of an electrophysiology program to look at the effect of Nrf2 on neuronal function. Job Requirements: A Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field with a background in neurodegeneration. Experience with transgenic animals and primary culture systems. Good productivity during Ph.D. training. Please contact: Jeffrey A. Johnson, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Phone: (608) 262-2893; e-mail: jajohnson@pharmacy.wisc.edu; Website: http://www.pharmacy.wisc.edu/SOPDir/PersonDetails.cfm?Type=F&ID=38

Postdoctoral Training Position - UC Davis

The UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute's Interdisciplinary Postdoctoral Training Program in Autism Research is currently accepting applications for positions available beginning in February 2010. The program has as its goal the training of professionals who are preparing for a career in autism research and is directed by Drs. Sally Rogers and David Amaral. For additional information, contact Laura R. Lacy, Ph.D., at lrlacy@ucdavis.edu, or review the program's website at http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/education/postdoc_training/.

Two Postdoctoral Positions in Behavioral Genetics in Toronto, Canada

Two postdoctoral positions are available immediately at the University of Toronto, Canada. The hiring laboratory focuses on the analysis of the effects of acute and chronic alcohol exposure in zebrafish. The laboratory uses a multidisciplinary approach involving novel behavioral test methods, random mutagenesis based forward genetics, and gene chip (microarray) analysis, as well as classical pharmacology. One postdoctoral fellow will have a strong behavioral neuroscience, behavioral pharmacology background, preferably in drug (alcohol) research, who would like to learn molecular techniques. The other postdoctoral fellow will be a molecular geneticist who will employ molecular approaches while learning behavioral neuroscience. The laboratory is funded by NIH/NIAAA (USA) and NSERC (Canada). It is located at the beautiful Mississauga Campus of University of Toronto (UTM) in a lush setting at the banks of the Credit River, 30 min from downtown Toronto. UTM is a vibrant and modern campus with a world class recreation centre and other facilities, and a newly opened state of the art Library Information Technology Complex. Interested applicants should send their application containing their CV, statement of interest, and at least two names of references to Prof. Robert Gerlai, Associate Chair, Department of Psychology, Rm 3035, University of Toronto @ Mississauga, 3359 Mississauga Road, Mississauga Ontario, CANADA, L5L 1C6, office: (905)569-4255, lab: (905)569-4257, fax: (905)569-4326, email: rgerlai@utm.utoronto.ca, robert_gerlai@yahoo.com.