佛罗里达大学尼古丁成瘾性研究博士后岗位
InstitutionUniversity of Florida (http://www.ufl.edu)PositionPostdoctoral position in nicotine dependence researchLocationGainesville FloridaDate PostedMay 16th 2008Date ExpiresJuly 15th 2008Tagspostd ...
Institution
University of Florida (http://www.ufl.edu)
Position
Postdoctoral position in nicotine dependence research
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Date Posted
May 16th 2008
Date Expires
July 15th 2008
Tags
postdoctoral position, nicotine dependence, university of florida,gainesville, and usa
Description
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. AdrieBruijnzeel in the McKnight Brain Institute at the University of Florida.The position is funded by a new NIDA grant. This research projectfocuses on investigating the role of brain stress systems (CRF andnorepinephrine) in the negative mood state associated with nicotinewithdrawal and stress-induced reinstatement of nicotine seeking behaviorin rats. The Bruijnzeel-lab is located in the McKnight Brain Institute(http://www.mbi.ufl.edu). The MBI houses state of the art researchfacilities and provides ample opportunities for collaborations.
This position requires a PhD in neuroscience, neuropharmacology, or aclosely related field. The ideal candidate will have a strong backgroundin drug abuse research or stress research. Preference will be given tocandidates with a track record of peer-reviewed publications, extensiveexperience with rat surgeries, behavioral testing, and basic histology.
Contact
Please email application with CV, publications, contact information ofthree references, and statement of research interests to AdrieBruijnzeel (awbruijn@ufl.edu).
A potential candidate could start in June 2008 and applications will bereviewed until the position is filled.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.