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Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral position – Neuroscience Full-time
Project Title: Purinergic and serotonergic signaling in neurodevelopmental disorders and diseases
Area of Activity: Neuroscience
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 3 years
Fellowship Stipend: BRL 12,570.00 per month
Principal Investigator: Henning Ulrich
Institution: Institute of Chemistry, University of São Paulo (IQ-USP)
Application Deadline: September 28, 2026
Start Date: October 2026
Location: São Paulo
Project Overview
Investigate how early-life stress influences the development and maturation of neural circuits in the medial prefrontal cortex, with a focus on the role of purinergic signaling.
Responsibilities
Handling and experimentation with transgenic rodents, including the maternal separation experimental protocol
Ex vivo electrophysiology experiments and optogenetic stimulation
Acquisition, organization, and analysis of the corresponding datasets
Conducting and analyzing behavioral assays at different developmental stages
Required Qualifications
PhD in Neuroscience, Physiology, or a related field, completed within the last 2 years
Proven experience in ex vivo electrophysiology
Experience handling and conducting experiments with rodents
Experience analyzing electrophysiological datasets in Python or R
Experience with behavioral testing in animal models
Demonstrated track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
Good written and oral communication skills in Portuguese and English
PhD in Neuroscience, Physiology, or a related field, completed within the last 2 years
Proven experience in ex vivo electrophysiology
Experience handling and conducting experiments with rodents
Experience analyzing electrophysiological datasets in Python or R
Experience with behavioral testing in animal models
Demonstrated track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
Good written and oral communication skills in Portuguese and English
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with optogenetics is a plus
Knowledge of purinergic signaling
Experience with optogenetics is a plus
Knowledge of purinergic signaling
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application by September 28, 2026 to [Please click the Apply button for the link or address], with the subject line “Bolsa PD – [First and Last Name]”. The following documents should be attached: two letters of reference, a Curriculum Vitae with a complete list of publications, and a cover letter expressing interest in the position.
Interested candidates should submit their application by September 28, 2026 to [Please click the Apply button for the link or address], with the subject line “Bolsa PD – [First and Last Name]”. The following documents should be attached: two letters of reference, a Curriculum Vitae with a complete list of publications, and a cover letter expressing interest in the position.