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PostDoctoral Associate

Position Number: 6157985
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

PostDoctoral Associate

Requisition Number: 63603
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 23-Apr-2025
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Job Summary

The Donaldson Lab is hiring a post-doctoral researcher with expertise in computational assessment of vole behavior and experience with fiber photometry. Required skills include coding in Python, deep understanding of unsupervised clustering algorithms for machine learning, analysis of GCaMP signals relative to behavior, and expertise in stereotactic surgery and vole handling. The candidate will be responsible for conducting all experiments, analyzing the data, and preparing it for publication. They will also contribute to training and grant writing. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Donaldson Lab in the Departments of MCDB and Psychology & Neuroscience

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The candidate will be responsible for conducting all experiments, analyzing the data, and preparing it for publication. They will also contribute to training and grant writing.

What We Can Offer

The hiring rate for this position is $61,008 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

A Ph.D.

What You Will Need

Required skills include coding in Python, deep understanding of unsupervised clustering algorithms for machine learning, analysis of GCaMP signals relative to behavior, and expertise in stereotactic surgery and vole handling.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Cover Letter
Resume/CV

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for a reference who can write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will request letters and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.
Please apply by April 23rd 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/PostDoctoral-Associate/63603