Post Doctoral Fellow

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

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The laboratory of Dr. Salvemini in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at Saint Louis University, School of Medicine is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join a vibrant highly collaborative and dynamic NIH-funded laboratory that performs cutting edge pain research. The lab interfaces with many of the basic science labs and clinical programs at Saint Louis University to provide a rich experience in the context of translational pain research.

The laboratory integrates behavioral pharmacology, molecular genetics, biochemistry and drug discovery measures to understand molecular pathways involved in the development of neuropathic pain. We are also interested in investigating the interactions between chronic neuropathic pain states and comorbidities, such as cognitive dysfunction, depression and anxiety. The lab has access to the many core facilities at Saint Louis University (www.slu.edu/medicine/research/cores-labs) and to cutting edge medical and biotechnology throughout the St. Louis region. Our basic-science driven approach has led to the identification of several pathways and novel targets that are enabling the development of new pharmacological strategies for therapeutic intervention. Translating our discoveries to the clinic is a key mission of our work.

A position is now open for a postdoctoral fellow to lead and execute major NIH-funded projects related to understanding and targeting neuroinflammatory processes that drive neuropathic pain and its comorbidities. The postdoctoral fellow will also be able to interact with members of multiple departments within the Institute of Translational Neuroscience and the Saint Louis University Drug Discovery and Development Group.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in neuroscience, immunology, biology or related biomedical science field, have excellent communication skills and possess the ability to work both independently as well as with a multi-departmental collaborators and specialized core facilities.  Experience in animal handling, behavioral testing, cell culture, molecular biology techniques (CRISPR and RNAseq), immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence processing, imaging and analysis, electrophysiology, calcium imaging, and/or flow cytometry are highly desirable. 

Saint Louis University School of Medicine is a Catholic Jesuit Institution with a long tradition of excellence in teaching, research and patient care. Established in 1836, the school was the first to award a medical degree west of the Mississippi River. Saint Louis University School of Medicine is a leading center of research in neurodegenerative disorders, pain, cancer, infectious disease, liver disease, aging, and heart/lung disease. The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology maintains a strong record of extramural funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including a T32 training grant.

Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae; and 3) contact details for references from at least 3 colleagues.

Questions related to this position can be sent to Dr. Daniela Salvemini, William Beaumont Professor and Chair and Director, Institute of Translational Neuroscience ([email protected] ).

Function

Medical Research Primary Appointment 12 mo.

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.