Postdoctoral Research Associate - McLaughlin lab
WSU CareersWashington, United States
Posted April 7, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
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Job Description
The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience at Washington State University invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Cannabis, Brain, & Development Lab, led by Dr. Ryan McLaughlin. The successful candidate will conduct behavioral neuroscience experiments and manage a rodent breeding colony. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in developmental neurobiology, cannabinoid pharmacology, and in vivo calcium imaging.
Requirements
- Earned PhD in Neuroscience or other relevant discipline
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Leadership skills and an interest in mentoring students
- Less than five years of research experience since earning doctoral degree
Benefits
- Paid sick and vacation leave
- Paid holidays
- Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package
- Retirement
- Deferred compensation
- Optional supplemental retirement accounts
