The Aging and Vascular Physiology Laboratory at the University of Oregon is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to join our team. Under the direction of Dr. Ashley Walker, the Aging and Vascular Physiology Lab conducts research on the mechanisms leading to vascular dysfunction with advancing age and the consequences of this dysfunction. Our current focus is the effects of age-related vascular dysfunction on the brain.
The postdoctoral scholar will work with transgenic mouse models to study cerebrovascular dysfunction associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease-related neuropathology and cognitive impairment. These studies are currently funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIH). Responsibilities will include: design and conduct experiments, interpret data, present results at scientific conferences, and write manuscripts and research proposals. In addition, the postdoctoral scholar may train and/or mentor undergraduate students, graduate students, and research assistants.
For the purpose of acquiring additional professional skills needed to pursue a career path in the chosen field, this position will have a formal mentor plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Physiology, Neuroscience, or related field
- Research experience in vascular physiology and/or neuroscience
Preferred Qualifications:
We are most interested in finding a motivated individual with a passion for cerebrovascular and aging research, who has a strong attention to detail and foundational understanding of physiology. That being said, experience with the following items is useful:
- Experience working with transgenic mouse models, particularly Alzheimer’s disease related models
- Experience writing and/or amending IACUC protocols
- Proficient at conducting vascular measurements in mice including isolated artery experiments using a pressure myograph, microvascular reactivity in brain slices, pulse wave velocity, or MRI measurements of cerebral blood flow
- Proficient in performing real-time PCR, histology, immunofluorescence, primary cell culture, or confocal microscopy
- Proficient at conducting cognitive tests in mice
If interested, please contact Dr. Ashley Walker at aewalker_at_uoregon.edu.