Post-Doctoral Scientist 3- Dr. Liu

Posting Number : G / R29316P

Working Title :

Post-Doctoral Scientist 3- Dr. Liu

Department : VetMed-Isakson CNDR

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department :

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community .

Employment Type : Employee

Advertised Salary :

$60,000-$74,000 Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date :

10 / 01 / 2025

Posting Date : 08 / 11 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

How to apply : Please include the following documents : cover letter, complete CV / resume, and contact information of at least three professional references with email addresses.

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EOO Statement :

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Perform proposed studies for NIH-funded projects or develop new research in the field of neurodegeneration including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease in the lab.
• Conduct a wide variety of research experiments and procedures (neurobiochemistry, neuroimmunology, molecular neurobiology, single cell RNA sequencing, lipidomic analysis, et al.) with others or independently.
• Collect and analyze data; maintain and organize research data in computer, report and present experimental findings to the PI and at scientific meetings.

Percentage of time : 75

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 75

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 75

Duties / Responsibilities :

Percentage of time : 75

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA : Exempt

FTE : 1.0

Position Summary :

A rapidly expanding neuroscience lab at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with the Isakson Center for Neurological Disease Research, the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, and the Department of Biomedical Sciences, is seeking motivated candidates for one postdoctoral scientist position. This position is available immediately to contribute to multiple NIH-funded projects exploring glia-neuron interactions, neuroinflammation, lipid dysregulation, and their role in mediating the effects of genetic and environmental risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and toxic or traumatic brain injury on olfactory function in transgenic mouse models. The ultimate goal is to disclose the neurobiological mechanisms underlying functional processes in the brain or pathogenesis in various neurological disorders.These dynamic projects utilize cutting-edge technologies such as cell and molecular neurobiology, neurobiochemistry, and single cell or nuclear RNA sequencing approaches will be employed to assess neuroinflammation or lipidomic dysregulation in the brain under neurodegenerative, traumatic, or environmental toxic conditions. In addition, optogenetics, integrated with in vitro and in vivo neurophysiology, chemogenetics, and in vivo calcium imaging in behaving animals, alongside behavioral assays have been routinely applied to elucidate functional and pathological mechanisms in health and neurological diseases. We also leverage other state-of-the-art methodologies such as neuroanatomical tracing to map neural connections in whole brain context by imaging with advanced light-sheet microscopy, or immunohistochemistry with confocal microscopy to examine neural circuitry organization and dysfunctions within the central nervous system.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position :

Ph.D. in Cell or Molecular Neurobiology, or related disciplines.High self-motivation to learn new technologies and achieve scientific goals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Physical Demands :

Lift up to 30 pounds.Dealing with occasionally stressful situations.Manual dexterity to work with small, delicate pieces of equipment.Wearing all personal protective equipment, including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, and safety goggles.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

Yes

Background Investigation Policy :

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Shaolin Liu

Recruitment Contact Email :

Shaolin.Liu@uga.edu