Position Summary
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics has an exciting new opportunity for a Research Scholar opening. Our group seeks highly motivated personnel to engage in neuroscience research at the laboratory of SUNY Distinguished Professor Dr. Zhen Yan. The main aim of Yan laboratory is to elucidate the epigenetic and synaptic mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders. Publications and other details can be found at: Zhen Yan, Ph.D. (buffalo.edu)
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Neuroscience, Biology or related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Research experience in molecular, cellular and behavioral neuroscience is highly preferred. Other preferred characteristics include: excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong publication record, proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a cross-functional team and the ability to effectively plan and organize work activities, and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines.
