Hiring Organization:
Yerkes National Primate Research Center
Position Description:
We are currently seeking to fill a Post-Doctoral position to work at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center in Atlanta, Georgia and at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Bastrop, TX.
This position is part of a 5 year, NIH funded collaboration between the labs of William D. Hopkins and Larry Young. The requirements of the position include conducting research on the behavioral genetics and neuroanatomical correlates of social behavior and cognition in chimpanzees. Post-doc will be responsible for coordinating the collection of behavioral data and biological materials from the 2 research sites.
Qualifications/Experience:
PhD in psychology, anthropology, biology, or related field required. Successful applicant must have experience conducting experimental and observational studies of social behavior and cognition in primates (experience with great apes preferred). Background in non-invasive imaging technology and/or molecular biology techniques desired but not required as training will be provided in these areas. However, applicant must be motivated to learn biomedical imaging and molecular biology techniques.
Position will be required to travel periodically and will be expected to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Successful applicants will be able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good analytic and writing skills are required with a solid publication history. Applicant will be encouraged and supported in any efforts to seek external funding to support their training and research.
Salary/funding:
$40,000 plus benefits
Term of Appointment:
Minimum of 2 years
Application Deadline:
August 1, 2011
Contact Information:
Bill Hopkins
954 Gatewood Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
USA
Telephone Number:
404-727-8235
Fax Number:
404-727-5852
E-mail Address:
whopkins@agnesscott.edu