Neuroscience Post-Doctoral Position
A post-doctoral position is immediately available for a candidate (must be
a US citizen or permanent resident) with a strong background in
electrophysiological recording from mammalian cells, neuronal cultures and
slices (both whole cell and single-channel recording techniques). Studies
will examine the role of nAChRs and other ligand-gated ion channels in
mediating the effects of nicotine and ethanol by employing viral-mediated
gene expression methodologies. These in vitro studies will provide a
foundation for in vivo expression studies using mouse behavioral models of
nicotine- and ethanol-dependence. The overall aim is to understand how
changes in ion channel function at the cellular level are related to
drug-seeking behavior.
My laboratory contains a 1) mammalian cell/neuron electrophysiology rig,
2) whole-cell Xenopus oocyte rig, 3) tissue culture facility and 4)
molecular biology facility. The candidate will have the opportunity to
apply his/her existing knowledge of ion channel function in collaborative
projects with researchers employing animal models of drug-dependence.
My laboratory is located in The Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs
(CDAP) within the Institute of Psychiatry at the Medical University of
South Carolina. CDAP integrates the latest basic and clinical advances in
alcohol and drug abuse research with direct patient care and education.
Thus, the candidate will have a unique opportunity to interact with
pre-clinical and clinical researchers in the area of drug-dependence. In
addition, I have a joint appointment in the Department of Cell and Molecular
Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics where there is an emphasis on
signal transduction research.
Candidates should send a CV and a brief statement of research interests
to:
Dr. Mark W. Nowak
Room 461N, Institute of Psychiatry
171 Ashley Avenue
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC 29425
E-mail address: nowakm at musc.edu
MUSC is an equal opportunity employer.