The Liao lab studies the biomechanics and neurobiology of fish locomotion and sensory biology using a combination of optical, genetic and electrophysiological techniques. The positions will focus on characterizing the organization and function of lateral line afferent neurons in vivo using transgenic animals expressing photo-convertible and fluorescent proteins expressed in sub-populations of neurons. Ideal candidates are highly motivated, positive, independent, hard-working and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Applicants should have a strong background or desire to learn in intracellular electrophysiology. Additional expertise in confocal microscopy and/or programming is desirable. The position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package. Start-date is negotiable.
Our research environment is enhanced by neurophysiology faculty and core facilities at the Whitney Lab and on the Gainesville campus (McKnight Brain Institute, Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine and the Biology Department).
Please email your CV, statement of research interests, and contact information of three references to jliao@whitney.ufl.edu. Consideration of applicants will continue until the positions are filled.
James C. Liao, Assistant Professor
Whitney Laboratory for Marine Biosciences
University of Florida, Gainesville
9505 Ocean Shore Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32080
Phone: 904-461-4011 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 904-461-4011 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Fax: 904-461-4052
Email: jliao@whitney.ufl.edu
Webpage: http://www.whitney.ufl.edu