Post Doctoral Research Associate

4 weeks ago


Amherst, United States UMass Amherst Full time

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Description

The postdoctoral research associate will perform research on a project related to neurogenesis and connectomics in the nudibranch Berghia stephanieae under the guidance and supervision of the Principle Investigator, Dr. Paul Katz. The appointee is expected to establish some independence in research design and execution, to publish her/his work as appropriate in collaboration with the principle investigator, and to be an engaged member of the lab. The appointee will be expected to mentor undergraduates in related independent research.

Essential Functions

Working with collaborators at Harvard to generate neural connectomes and transcriptomes. Analyzing electron micrographs for volume electron microscopy. Performing single cell sequencing on nudibranch tissue. Performing in situ hybridization chain reaction to label neurons. Performing immunohistochemistry. Performing neuronal tracing studies. Performing confocal microscopy. Analyzing data and making data publicly available upon publication of results. Writing and submitting manuscripts in a timely manner. Training lab personnel in experimental techniques. Performing some level of care and feeding of invertebrates.

Additional Information

Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equality and inclusiveness. Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge,  Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, certifications, Licensure)

PhD in Neuroscience or related field required by the time of hire. Working knowledge of connectomics or transcriptomics.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge,  Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, certifications, Licensure)

Demonstrated record of publishing research in quality journals. Expertise in coding. Experience with machine learning and image analysis. Strong interest in neuroscience, specifically neurodevelopment. Familiarity with invertebrate nervous systems.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions 

Standard laboratory conditions. Applicant must be capable of doing dissections under microscope.

Work Schedule

Full time position, may require evening and weekend hours. Flexible timing, must be available for meetings during the work week.

Salary Information

Salary will follow the current UMass guidelines for post doctoral fellows: .

Special Instructions to applicant

Along with the application, please submit a letter of application, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
The search will remain open until filled.

As part of a commitment to their own multicultural community, CNS seeks an individual with demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace university initiatives and aspirations ()

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.



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