Postdoctoral Associate - Molecular Medicine - Martin-Fardon lab
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POSITION TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Martin-Fardon lab in the Department of Molecular Medicine at the Scripps Research Institute (La Jolla, CA), is seeking applications for a postdoctoral position. This solicitation seeks applicants who have an interest in alcohol use disorder as well as the interacting effects of alcohol and other abused substances, or who seek to investigate common mechanisms that may contribute to polysubstance abuse.
Dr. Martin-Fardon projects are focused on 1) characterization of neural mechanisms of reward, dependence, withdrawal and relapse using pharmacology, in vivo neurochemistry, and molecular approaches; 2) behavioral analyses using animal models of binge-like drug consumption, escalation of drug intake which models compulsive consumption, negative reinforcement of drug taking during dependence, dysregulated stress responsivity and affect control during protracted withdrawal, impaired cognitive function and reinstatement of extinguished drug-seeking behavior.
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REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a doctoral degree. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator. Applicants should have a recent doctoral degree in a relevant field and a strong interest in substance abuse research. Strong background in chemistry and expertise with mass spectrometry is recommended. An ability to think critically and creatively, along with strong writing and communication skills is essential. Applications for this NIH funded position will be accepted until the position is filled.
This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience
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