We are currently looking for a self-driven and enthusiastic postdoctoral
fellow to join our team at the Cajal Institute, which is part of the
Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC) in Spain. Our
research is centered around studying the *malfunctioning of neuronal
circuits in Parkinson's disease*, with a particular focus on understanding
the molecular and circuit disruptions that occur during the development of
Parkinsonian symptoms in an animal model developed at the Dr. Rosario
Moratalla lab.

We are specifically seeking an individual with prior experience in
optogenetics, electrophysiology or calcium imaging on freely moving
animals. While expertise in neurodegenerative diseases is desirable, it is
not mandatory. If you are interested in this position, please take a look
at some of our related publications to familiarize yourself with our
ongoing research:

   - Suarez LM, Alberquilla S, García-Montes JR, Moratalla R. Differential
   synaptic remodeling by dopamine in direct and indirect striatal projection
   neurons in Pitx3-/- mice, a genetic model of Parkinson´s disease. J
   Neursci. 2018. 38:3619-3630. doi: 10.1523/JNEUROSCI.3184-17.2018.
   - Keifman E, Ruiz de Diego I, Pafundo DE, Paz RM, Solís O, Murer MG,
   Moratalla R. Optostimulation of striatonigral terminals in substantia nigra
   induces dyskinesia that increases after L-DOPA in a mouse model of
   Parkinson's disease. Br J Pharmacol. 2019;176:2146-2161. doi:
   10.1111/bph.14663
   - Suarez LM, Solís O, Sanz-Magro A, Alberquilla S, and Moratalla R. D1
   receptor regulates spine density in direct and indirect striatal projection
   neurons. Mov Disord. 2020 Jul 9. doi: 10.1002/mds.28174.

The CSIC encompasses over 130 research centers, including several located
in Madrid, such as the renowned Cajal Institute. Within the Cajal
Institute, numerous active laboratories focus on functional and systems
neurobiology <https://cajal.csic.es/en/functional-and-systems-neurobiology/>.
The institute fosters a vibrant scientific community through regular
activities such as journal clubs, weekly colloquiums, and classes for its
master's program in collaboration with multiple universities. Situated in
Madrid, the political capital of Spain, the institute benefits from being
in an exhilarating city with a rich historical background. Madrid boasts
world-renowned museums such as El Prado, Reina Sofia, and Tyssen, and it
serves as a hub for start-ups and technological advancements in the fields
of science and engineering. The city's high-quality public health and
education systems further enhance its appeal, making Madrid an enticing
destination for candidates considering relocation with their families.



The position is funded for *2 years* with an extension based on
performance. Starting date:  ASAP. Interested candidates, please send their
CVs to Dr. Rosario Moratalla (morata...@cajal.csic.es) until the position
is filled.




-- 
Pablo Jercog, Ph.D.
Team Leader
Room C-11, Instituto Cajal, CSIC
Avda. Doctor Arce, 37
Madrid, Madrid, 28002, Spain
cell: +34 620562808
email: pjer...@gmail.com
Lab webpage <https://sites.google.com/view/pablojercogteam/>

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