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Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Neuroscience

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Apr 11, 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Neuroscience
Posting Number	req25662
Department	Neuroscience
Department Website Link	http://neurosci.arizona.edu
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	A postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Lindsay Halladay in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. We are seeking a highly self-motivated individual with a proven record of productivity and demonstrated knowledge in complex in vivo and/or ex vivo methods, such as electrophysiology, miniscope calcium imaging, fiber photometry, etc. The lab's research focus involves mouse behavioral models and a variety of high-tech tools used to interrogate neural circuits. Tools used include chemogenetics, optogenetics, fiber photometry, in vivo electrophysiology, and calcium imaging. Project topics include investigations into the effects of early stress, as well as aversion- and reward-based systems. A willingness to learn new techniques is essential for success in this position. More information about our research can be found at Halladay-lab.org Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Will perform independent and collaborative research projects investigating neural circuitry related to mouse behavioral assays, using tools to manipulate and measure neural activity. Will analyze and interpret data as well as write manuscripts. Will assist in the supervision and training of undergraduate students or other lab members.
Minimum Qualifications	A Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications	Two years experience working with animal models in a similar field.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience.
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	6/8/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Dr. Lindsay Halladay Assistant Professor, Neuroscience lrhalladay@arizona.edu
Open Date	4/10/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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