Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For , TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care. About TTUHSC Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through ourvalues-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Position Description Performs specialized post-doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of the project. May supervise research and student assistants. Major/Essential Functions Design, plan, and conduct independent and collaborative experiments Analyze and interpret complex datasets Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for peer-reviewed publication and scientific meetings Critically read, evaluate, and synthesize scientific literature Assist in the training and mentoring of graduate students, technicians, and trainees Demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills Exhibit excellent written and oral scientific communication Perform rodent handling, habituation, health monitoring, and husbandry in compliance with IACUC guidelines Conduct survival and non-survival surgical procedures, including: Sciatic nerve and spinal cord surgeries, abdominal and visceral procedures, neuropathic and inflammatory pain models Perform injections via multiple routes, including: Intraperitoneal, intravenous, intranasal, intracranial, intrathecal, intra-plantar Perform euthanasia, perfusion, and high-quality tissue dissection of: brain, spinal cord, DRG, CSF, blood, pancreas, spleen, liver, and lung Behavioral Neuroscience & Phenotyping: Conduct behavioral testing using AnyMaze video tracking software, including: Open Field Test (locomotion/anxiety), Y-Maze (working memory), Novel Object Recognition, Contextual and Cued Fear Conditioning Perform nociceptive and affective pain assays, including: von Frey filament testing, Hargreaves test, Muscle Withdrawal Threshold, Mouse Grimace Scale, Marble burying test, Thermal preference testing Conduct metabolic and physiological phenotyping, including: Comprehensive Lab Animal Monitoring System (CLAMS®) metabolic cages and EchoMRI-700™ whole-body composition analysis Perform electrophysiological and analytical techniques, including: Patch-clamp electrophysiology and LC-MS/MS analysis Analyze behavioral and physiological data, including data cleaning, statistical analysis, and heat-map generation Prepare tissue homogenates and isolated cell populations (e.g., microglia, neutrophils, monocytes/macrophages, DRG neurons) for transcriptomic analyses Perform molecular and metabolic assays, including: ELISA, Western blotting, qPCR, Seahorse XF Cell Mito Stress Test, Multiplex cytokine/chemokine profiling, Immunofluorescence (Leica and/or Keyence) and Immunohistochemistry (IHC), High-parameter flow cytometry (BD FACSAria cell sorter) Additional Responsibilities: Contribute to collaborative grant development Support laboratory operations and compliance Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed. In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks. Preferred Qualifications Having earned a Ph.D., Pharm.D./Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in pharmacology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, pain neurobiology, or a related biomedical discipline within the last preceding 5 years, or have earned upon start date as determined by hiring faculty. Documented record of experience in animal models and In Vivo techniques, specifically in brain, spinal, DRG, CSF, blood, pancreas, spleen, liver, and lung tissue dissection; behavior neuroscience and phenotyping; molecular and cellular assays. TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head‑to‑toe well‑being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member: Health Plans+ Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more. Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Monthly Pay Grade Minimum 62323 Pay Grade Maximum 62232 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at Grant Funded? No Travel Required None Shift Day Does this position work in a research laboratory? Yes Are select agents used in this laboratory? No EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at #J-18808-Ljbffr