Laboratory Description

The Sleepy Brain Lab (https://sleepybrainlab.wustl.edu/) focuses on three areas: postoperative delirium, treatment-resistant depression, and the interface between anesthetized and sleep states. Markers and modulators of sleep, including the repurposing of anesthetics, are at the core of these efforts. The group leverages electroencephalography, functional magnetic resonance imaging, and cognitive assessments in human translational neuroscience investigations. Active/pending NIH funding currently covers delirium and depression investigations. Our multidisciplinary group is diverse, building from expertise of anesthesiologists, engineers, sleep technologists, and psychiatrists.

Company Description

Washington University School of Medicine is a renowned institution dedicated to improving human health worldwide. With a rich history of pioneering discoveries and contributions to the field of science since 1891, our faculty members are exceptional leaders in patient care, research, and education. Our programs, including MD, occupational therapy, audiology and communication sciences, and physical therapy, consistently rank among the highest in the country according to U.S. News & World Report. We train physicians, scientists, and medical professionals for successful careers in the biomedical sciences, providing opportunities for residencies, fellowships, and impactful research.

The Department of Anesthesiology at Washington University School of Medicine is ranked #2 in NIH funding among Anesthesiology Departments. The anesthesia care team at Washington University is made up of world-renowned specialist anesthesiologists, anesthesiology residents, talented fellows, and certified registered nurse anesthetists. We pride ourselves in our professionalism, teamwork, and the high quality of care that we offer to all our patientsA. A core mission of our department is to generate new knowledge that will advance the understanding and practice of anesthesiology.

Our research efforts are organized into three primary divisions: the Division of Basic Research (DBR), the Washington University Pain Center (WUPC), and the Division of Clinical & Translational Research (DoCTR). and one Center: the Center for Clinical Pharmacology (CCP), a collaborative partnership with the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis.

Role Description

This is for a full-time role as a Postdoctoral Research Associate within the Department of Anesthesiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. The Research Associate will be responsible for conducting laboratory experiments, performing data analysis, contributing to ongoing research projects, and disseminating findings. Additionally, the Research Associate will teach and mentor students. Projects will be tailored based on applicant's background, anticipated career trajectory, and passions.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field
• Background in neuroscience or engineering is a plus
• Relevant publication record
• Passion for sleep, dynamic changes in consciousness, and translation to clinical practice
• Proficiency in EEG acquisition and analysis on MATLAB and/or Python
• Ability to teach and mentor
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Team-oriented philosophy