Position Summary

This position manages the Gulbransen laboratory operations and is 100% research with an expectation of 100% in-person activities in the laboratory.

The research conducted is focused on understanding how inflammation in the nervous system (neuroinflammation) leads to long-term changes in neural circuitry. Within this context, we focus on the regulation of neural networks by glial cells, with particular interest in clarifying the role of glial cells in nervous system physiology and elucidating how glial changes during neuroinflammation contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. We are addressing this issue by exploring how interactions between neuron, glia, and immune cells regulate gut physiology and pathophysiology.

Responsibilities include: 

• General lab running including maintaining supplies, reagent, and mouse colonies  

• Establishing and developing experimental procedures   

• Training new and junior lab members   

• Data collection and analysis   

• Writing and presenting research outcome   

• Applying for extramural funding.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

A Ph.D. in

neuroscience

or related discipline with a strong background in enteric neurobiology

.

A demonstrated track record of research productivity that includes experience as a post-doctoral research associate, lead-author publications in areas relevant to enteric neurobiology, and ability to secure independent funding.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in leading research teams.

Required Application Materials

• Resume or CV
• Three to five (3-5) contact information of professional references
• Cover letter detailing your relevant experience

Special Instructions

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, complete this Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities contact form: . Michigan State University is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. 

Review of Applications Begins On

08/27/2024

Summary of Health Risks

Employees may work with or near human and/or animal blood and/or tissues; live animals; bio-hazardous chemicals and materials; viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens; radioactive materials; medical waste; and sharp implements.

Website

https://physiology.natsci.msu.edu/

Department Statement

The Department of Physiology and Division of Pathology Division have significant teaching and research missions. The position works with a global