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Position: Post-Doctoral Fellow in Neuroscience

Organization: Gallo Laboratory, Center for Integrative Brain Research (CIBR) Location: JMB, Seattle WA

About Us: The Gallo Laboratory at the Center for Integrative Brain Research (CIBR) is at the forefront of investigating the genetic and cellular mechanisms governing neural development and injury, and neurodevelopmental disorders in the neonatal Central Nervous System (CNS). Situated within a multidisciplinary and highly interactive environment, our laboratory fosters collaboration and innovation. We are dedicated to advancing the understanding of neonatal brain development and function/dysfunction, leveraging expertise in genetic mouse models, neuroembryology, molecular and cellular manipulation, electrophysiology, and animal behavior.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will contribute to our ongoing research endeavors by: - Developing scientific skills commensurate with the post-doctoral level - Conducting research and development activities in support of assigned projects - Protocol development and review - Data collection and analysis - Preparation of manuscripts and fellowship applications - Training in the conduct of research

Key Features of the Role: - Advanced Proficiency in Neurophysiological Techniques: The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in neurophysiological techniques, integrating electrophysiology, molecular biology, and multiomics, including Patch-Seq. - In-vivo and/or Ex-vivo Opto/Chemogenetics: Experience with in-vivo and/or ex-vivo opto/chemogenetics techniques is highly desirable. - Evaluation of Neuronal Plasticity in Cerebellar Circuits: Demonstrated ability to evaluate neuronal plasticity in cerebellar circuits through current clamp and/or pair recordings is a significant advantage. - Murine Models Expertise: Hands-on experience with murine models of demyelination and perinatal disease is preferred.

Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover letter detailing your research interests and career goals, along with a current CV and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Join Us in Advancing Neuroscience: This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of the neonatal brain. Join us in our quest to make breakthrough discoveries with profound implications for human health and well-being.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Required Education/Experience :

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biophysics, Bioengineer or related field

Preferred:

• Strong background in neurophysiology, molecular biology, and animal models

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively

Compensation Range

$65,478.00 - $98,571.00 per year

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors .

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits .

About Us

Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE

Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.

In 2022, U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals – for the 30th year in a row. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally ranked in all 10 specialty areas evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. We are honored to be the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

As a Magnet designated institution, and classified among America’s best large employers by Forbes, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Our community welcomes diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our increasingly diverse patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves within this community, which cultivates and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels.

Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.