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An NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Heather Patisaul for work related to endocrine disruption, brain development, and placental function. Specifically, this project is using rats and prairie voles to establish the degree to which developmental exposure to flame retardants, commonly found in human placenta and fetal cord blood, affect the development and function of neuroendocrine pathways fundamental to socio-emotional behavior. The Patisaul lab is housed in the department of Biological Sciences and the Center for Human Health and the Environment (CHHE) at NC State University. We use a variety of models and tools in our research including RNAseq, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, histology, and behavioral testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the neurosciences, including experience with -omics and basic bioinformatics, and an interest in neurodevelopmental toxicology and/or endocrine disruption.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary duties of the position is to execute NIH-funded research examining the impact of developmental flame retardant exposure on brain and placenta development including the transcriptome and neurotransmitter function. This includes prepping tissue for RNAseq analysis, basic bioinformatics, autoradiography, 3D imaging, and other techniques. Opportunity for independent research development and career development is afforded.


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Experience with prairie voles is considered particularly desirable, as is experience with transcriptomics, bioinformatics, and/or biology/biochemistry techniques related to neuroanatomy, neuroendocrinology, and neurodevelopment. Specific skills of interest include RNAseq, GeoMX and other spatial transcriptomics platforms, immunohistochemistry, and confocal imaging. A background in endocrine disruption or toxicology is not required. Successful candidates will possess a strong track record of publication in top toxicology, neuroscience and/or neuroendocrinology journals, and have a strong desire to perform high impact, translational work in Environmental Health. Teamwork, inclusiveness and professional development are critical to the success of the laboratory, the College of Sciences and the University. The selected candidate will be expected to help foster an environment that values mentorship, career development, ethical conduct of research, and is supportive and welcoming of all groups.

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