Postdoctoral Fellow - Pharmacology

• Advanced Research & Technique Execution: Design and perform complex behavioral assays, ex vivo slice electrophysiology, in vivo fiber photometry recordings, optogenetic and chemogenetic manipulations, and advanced microscopy/imaging.
• Intellectual Contributions & Scientific Writing: Conduct thorough literature reviews, collaborate on experimental design, analyze complex datasets, and lead the writing of manuscripts, grant proposals, and scientific presentations for national/international conferences.
• Molecular Assays: Perform specialized bio-laboratory procedures, including biochemistry protocols, immunohistochemistry (IHC) and RNAscope.
• Lab Leadership & Operations: Share responsibility for laboratory maintenance, including inventory tracking, reagent acquisition, preventive equipment maintenance/calibration, protocol optimization, and quality control.

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow is responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team. Pursuits research along a focused line of inquiry and has a manuscript in development.

This position will be in support of The Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department. The Nugent Lab investigates the neural circuit mechanisms underlying mood disorders using mouse models of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to lead cutting-edge experiments, contribute intellectually to project design, and mentor junior lab members while maintaining high-level research standards. While prior neuroscience experience is advantageous, an eager, rigorous approach to research is paramount.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.