Research Associate-Fixed Term
Michigan State University

Job Info

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Job no: 938494
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Animal Science Department Anr 10002063
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary

The Hoffmann lab is recruiting a motivated, driven, and skilled diverse postdoc (Research Associate) interested in elucidating the contribution of environmental and toxicology induced changes in circadian rhythms in pregnancy outcome.

This 2-year postdoc position is funded by a NIH diversity supplement and requires the applicant to be fulfill one of the categories outlined by NIEHS (https://www.niehs.nih.gov/research/supported/training/supplement)

The research project will involve a combined in vitro and in vivo approach, pharmacological and toxicological screenings, circadian rhythm studies and pregnancy induces changes in the mother, placenta, and fetus, using the mouse as a model.
The Hoffmann lab is part of the Department of Animal Science (https://www.canr.msu.edu/ans/), the Neuroscience Program (https://neuroscience.natsci.msu.edu/) and the Reproductive and Developmental Science Program (RDSP, http://rdsp.canr.msu.edu/) at Michigan State University. These programs offer an exciting and unique environment for performing state-of-the-art biomedical, animal and basic research with top scientists in the field. Research in the Hoffmann lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms regulating reproductive function, circadian rhythms and the pregnancy outcome (https://www.canr.msu.edu/hoffmann/).

U.S. work authorized applicants only

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

U.S. work authorized applicants only. PhD in Physiology, Neuroscience, Endocrinology, Biochemistry Molecular and Cellular Biology, Pharmacology or other

Required Application Materials

CV, cover letter, 3 reference letters

Special Instructions

CV, cover letter, 3 reference letters

Review of Applications Begins On

04/16/2024

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Apr 10, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 10, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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