JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way-with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That\'s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). In the role of Postdoctoral Fellowyou will beworking in Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy. Purpose A postdoctoral position is available at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) to study islets, synapses, and neurodegenerative diseases. One of the research goals is to understand factors that cause synaptic dysfunction and neurodegenerative disorders at the molecule and circuitry levels. The project will examine neurotransmission and synaptic plasticity using optical and electrophysiological approaches. Applicants should be self-motivated, work independently, and possess excellent communication skills. Excellent publications on related fields or experience with patch-clamp experiments are critical for this position. Demonstrated expertise in patch-clamp recordings from cultured cells, acute brain slices, or the calyx of Held synapses is highly desirable. The group also utilizes molecular biology, super-resolution microscopy, live-cell imaging, multi-omics, and mouse disease models to understand insulin-secretion deficiency and synapse degeneration. (See https://www.mcw.edu/departments/cell-biology-neurobiology-and-anatomy/people/xuelin-lou-phd). The position provides opportunities to develop innovative research skills and scientific independence in a collaborative environment. The PI is committed to mentoring young scientists and nurturing creative thinking and scholarship. The laboratory is in the Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology, and Anatomy at the main campus of MCW, a vibrant private medical school on the west shore of Lake Michigan. Primary Functions Independently design and execute complex experiments aligned with ongoing research projects, analyze and present data. Maintain an organized and up-to-date laboratory notebook and data recorders, adhere to laboratory protocol and existing methodologies, and develop new methods. Make reasonable progress on assigned projects. Participate in regular one-on-one and lab meetings; communicate research with principal investigators. Timely complete meeting abstracts, grant proposals, and manuscripts as needed. Participate in, contribure and promote collaborations with fellow scientists and principal investigators. Participate in relevant seminars, journal clubs, and annual scientific meetings. Plan and conduct... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/6722F350CDAB4F1A Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.