Research Fellow

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A cover letter and the contact information for three (3) references are required for consideration for this position and should be attached to your CV. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The Levitt lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Michigan is seeking a post-doctoral research fellow interested in conducting research to understand brainstem mechanisms underlying opioid-induced respiratory depression. As a postdoctoral research fellow in the lab, the successful candidate will utilize leading-edge neurophysiology techniques, including brain slice electrophysiology, respiratory motor nerve output and single unit recording in an in-vivo like pontomedullary network model, and in vivo measurements of breathing in mice, and will be expected to independently design and conduct experiments, perform data analysis, write manuscripts, and present data at scientific meetings. They will also help supervise and train other laboratory personnel including students in techniques needed for advancement of research in the lab and participate in the daily maintenance of the lab. The Department of Pharmacology and the University of Michigan are a highly supportive environment with a rich alumni base and many career development resources to promote successful achievement of post-doctoral fellows' career goals.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Required Qualifications*

Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, or related field.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.