[vslist] Postdoctoral Position - University of Victoria

[Craig W. Hawryshyn]

Postdoctoral Position -  Retinal neurobiology - University of Victoria

My group has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate retinal
information processing in polarization vision and the characterization
of retinal neural networks in rainbow trout. Rainbow trout, among other
salmonid fishes, possess two-channel polarization vision. The focus of
our research is to examine how retinal neurons process polarization
input (in collaboration with Dr. Maarten Kamermans, Netherlands
Ophthalmic Research Institute). My lab utilizes a broad range of
techniques and facilities include: CCD-based microspectrophotometry,
fully operational molecular neuroscience lab with advanced image
analysis (fluorescence and confocal microscopy), electrophysiology
systems (extracellular, intracellular and whole cell patch clamp
recording rigs), and Aquatic Holding Facility.



We seek an individual with experience in intracellular and whole cell
patch clamp electrophysiology of retinal neurons but general experience
with these techniques will be considered.



Applicants must have Ph.D. in Neuroscience. The salary is $35,000 CDN
per year plus a benefits package. Please send applications via email and
include: a cover letter outlining relevant experience, curriculum vitae,
names and contact information of three referees:



Prof. Craig W. Hawryshyn

Department of Biology
University of Victoria
PO Box 3020 Station CSC
Victoria, British Columbia
V8W 3N5  CANADA
Tel - (250) 721-7142
Fax - (250) 721-7120
email - chawrysh@uvic.ca <mailto:chawrysh@uvic.ca>
Website URL - http://web.uvic.ca/biology/people/hawryshy.html



University of Victoria is located on Vancouver Island. Victoria and the
surrounding area is remarkably beautiful coastal setting, perfectly
suited for individuals who enjoy outdoor activities. Links of interest:

http://www.bctravel.com/city1.html, http://www.uvic.ca/victoria.html