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Postdoctoral Associate position in Pharmacology & Physiology George Washington University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Neuroscience
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Oct 14, 2026
Country
United States
University
George Washington University
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Posting Details
Please see Special Instructions for more details on GW jobs website.
Appointments are limited-term and are designed for those who have recently received a doctorate. Appointments are made to academic departments with the approval of the department head and may require senior officer approval. Appointments are usually for not less than one term and are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. This appointment is not intended for long-term, indefinite, or career appointments.
I. POSITION INFORMATION
| Job Description Summary: |
GW has everything you need to succeed in discovery. Outstanding research , state-of-the-art facilities and world-class faculty support discovery and innovative solutions. Researchers and faculty across campus advance interdisciplinary and emerging research and scholarship. Our active GW Postdoctoral Association welcomes your engagement in social and professional activities as you join our research teams. Research guides, coding and data management solutions as well as extensive online journals from GW Libraries help to guide your study. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research ( OVPR ) supports the research infrastructure and facilitates several institutional research initiatives . In the Pharmacology & Physiology Department, this role will focus on the behavioral and electrophysiological basis of autonomic dysfunction in animal models of opioid induced respiratory depression and/or Parkinson’s disease. The position will perform these experiments using patch clamp electrophysiological approaches, and/or in-vivo behavior testing. Interactions are expected with other researchers within the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology, and researchers outside the Dept within the SMHS . There are no clinical credentialing or licensure requirements. Prior experience with electrophysiological approaches (in vivo or in vitro) is required. Demonstrated ability to assess neurobiology of cardiorespiratory neurons and their function. Familiarity with disease models of opioid-induced respiratory dysfunction and/or Parkinson’s disease is strongly preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a record of scholarly productivity. Postdocs will design, organize, and conduct specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols, troubleshoot and design new protocols, summarize findings, and publish results in research journals under the general supervision of a faculty member. In some cases, postdocs will assume general responsibility for general scientific operations in the lab, and/or provide supervision and guidance to laboratory staff, trainees, and other researchers. Examples of duties might include:
A Postdoctoral Associate:
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| Minimum Qualifications |
Applicants must have fulfilled all requirements for the award of a PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant field by the date of employment. |
| Desired Qualifications: |
Required qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
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| Hiring Range | $62,652 to $75,564 |
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package for Postdoc Associates and Scholars that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, well-being and various voluntary benefits. Postdoc Scholars may also be eligible for retirement savings and tuition programs. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/postdoc_benefits.
II. POSITION INFORMATION
| Posting Number | P010130 |
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| Job Open Date | 10/14/2025 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Part-time / Full-time | PF Post Doc Full Time Exempt |
| Total Hours per Week | 40 hours/week |
| Work Schedule | Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:00 |
| Campus Location | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
| College/School/Department: | School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) |
| Expected duration of appointment | 1 Year |
| Position Designation | On-Campus |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Employees in this subfamily are responsible for designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. Duties may include performing experiments, collecting, analyzing and reporting data. |
| Required Background Check | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| EEO Statement |
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
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