Postdoc position in Neuroinflammation - Vacancy at Aarhus University

Job description

This position will involve designing, conducting, and analysing experiments to understand the impact of inflammation on the gut-brain axis in the zebrafish model system. Researchers with experience in neuroscience, microbiology and immunology are welcome to apply, but it is expected that you will span multiple of these fields once established in the lab. You will have the opportunity to develop your projects based on your existing experience and your own career goals.

The project entails:
-in vivo imaging of enteric neuronal activity, and immune responses
-generation of transgenic lines
-RNAseq and immunofluorescence
-Behavioural and immunological assays

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• You will conduct research and experiments toward understanding how inflammation and the enteric nervous system affect each other.
• Present the results of your research at meetings at all levels – laboratory, institutional, national, and international as appropriate. Publish high quality papers.
• Contribute to an inclusive, cooperative, and affirmative culture within the group.
• Assist with mentorship of junior researchers and the development of funding applications.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD in Immunology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, or similar.

Essential

• Experience and an international track record in neuroscience, microbiology, or immunology.
• Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to work collaboratively.
• The ability to direct and take ownership of research projects.

Desirable

• Experience with the zebrafish model
• Experience with imaging, especially in vivo imaging
• Coding experience in Matlab, Python or R
• Record of first-author publications or preprints
• Success in competitive funding schemes/awards
• Experience with inflammatory models

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