Research Scientist - McMahon Lab
University of Virginia · Charlottesville, VA · Virginia
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Sep 11, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
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Summary
The McMahon Lab at the University of Virginia seeks a PhD-trained Research Scientist to lead ongoing federally funded rodent neuroscience research projects. The role involves planning and directing research, conducting hands-on in vivo electrophysiology and behavioral experiments, and training graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. McMahon and may develop their own research line while managing day-to-day laboratory operations and compliance.
Key qualifications
- PhD in neuroscience or related field with 3-5 years of postdoctoral research experience
- Documented expertise in in vivo electrophysiology in anesthetized or awake behaving rodents
- Experience with in vivo fiber photometry and behavioral assays
- Strong publication record with first-author manuscripts
- Ability to work independently and manage a research team
- Experience with IACUC protocol development and laboratory compliance
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