About this opportunity
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center lists this POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Neurology - Ishii Lab opportunity in dallas, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER -- Dr. Ishii's laboratory is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join an NIH-funded research team at UT Southwestern studying how the brain regulates metabolism in Alzheimer's disease. Working alongside Drs. Ishii, Fujikawa, and Williams the successful candidate will investigate the role of hypothalamic dysfunction in metabolic and behavioral changes associated with neurodegenerative disease using innovative neuroscience approaches and animal models.
The position offers opportunities to conduct impactful research, publish findings, collaborate with leading investigators, present at scientific meetings and receive mentorship, grant‑writing guidance, and career development support in highly collaborative research environment.
We seek a highly motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious scientist who is eager to contribute to a multidisciplinary research program focused on neuroscience, metabolism and neurodegenerative disease. The ideal candidate will be self‑directed, possess strong analytical and comunication skills, and be committed to scientific excellence and professional growth.
Applicants should describe their relevant research experience, technical expertise, and career goals within their application materials.
Required Qualifications:
Ph. D, MD/Ph. D., or MD. with substantial research experience; candidates nearing completion of their doctoral degree are encouraged to apply.
Experience with animal research, particularly rodent models.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in English sufficient for success in a research environment and compliance with applicable institutions and visa requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Research experience in neuroscience, metabolism, endocrinology, neurodegeneration, or a related biomedical field.
Experience with behavioral, metabolic, molecular, cell or neurophysiological techniques.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative research team.
UTSouthwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. Asan equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, religion, national origin, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full‑time schedule.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
Who can apply
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