Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular Biology of Autism

Seattle Children's Hospital • Full-time • Seattle, Washington, United States of America • $78k - $117k / year • 3w ago

The SEPS lab (http://faculty.washington.edu/seps) at the Norcliffe Foundation Center for Integrative Brain Research, Seattle Children's Research Institute, and the University of Washington invites applications for several R01-funded postdoctoral positions. Work in the SEPS lab focuses on shared molecular pathology among the many genetic causes of autism.

The successful candidate will work closely with a technician and graduate/undergraduate students to plan and supervise several parallel lines of investigation involving altered signal transduction in autism, using genetic mouse models and primary neuronal cell cultures. The candidate will be expected to independently move projects forward, write papers, and apply for F32 or equivalent grants. The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform precise wetlab work and complex bioinformatics analyses using MatLab and R programming. Prior experience in molecular or behavioral biology, and/or working with mouse models of neuropsychiatric disease is a plus. Creative, big-picture thinking and dedication academic research are essential.

The selected candidate will join the vibrant research community at CIBR, located on the newly renovated 8th floor of the Jack MacDonald building in downtown Seattle. A modern, open lab space, a collegial atmosphere, on-site gym and rooftop garden, and top-of-the-line equipment, office space and meeting rooms make this an ideal training environment. Emailed inquiries to seps@uw.edu are always welcomed.

Required Education and Experience

Doctorate degree (PhD/DVM/MD) in specialty area from an accredited university training program. Experience using basic research techniques of specialty area.

Required Credentials

N/A.

Preferred

Previous experience conducting research in the pediatric arena. Experience in protocol and manuscript development and in grant writing.

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Seattle Children’s offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.Click herefor more information.