｜ Institute of Cellular and Organismic Biology, Academia Sinica

【Work Content】

Using the mouse primary sensory cortex as a model, the researcher will assist in exploring the plasticity of cortical neural circuits, as well as the impact and pathogenic mechanisms of sensory cortical dysfunction in Autism Spectrum Disorders.

1.Research Tools: Two-photon microscopy, functional calcium imaging in awake mice, animal behavioral training, mouse genetics, spatial gene expression, and immunostaining.

Note: This role involves survival surgeries, collection of in vivo samples, and other animal experiments that require the sacrifice of laboratory animals.

2.Responsibilities & Training: Independently design and conduct experiments.

(1)Technical Training: Mouse handling/surgery, image data analysis, fluorescent RNA in situ hybridization (FISH), and mouse behavioral assays.

(2) Professional Activities: 

- Participate in routine lab progress reports and literature reviews.

- Mentor junior lab members.

- Encouraged to participate in internal (at academia sinica) and external symposia, for poster or oral presentations.

【Qualifications】

1.Education: Ph.D. in Biology, Medicine, Neuroscience, or related fields.

2.Experience: Open to all experience levels (fresh Ph.D. holders are welcome).

3.Requirements:

(1)Strong interest in research, diligent, detail-oriented, responsible, and a team player.

(2)Proficiency in English.

(3)Strongly suggested: Hands-on experience in mouse physiology or molecular biology experiments.

4.Preferred Skills: Experience in one or more of the following: molecular biology techniques, in vivo imaging, microscopic image acquisition, or programming/analysis (Matlab or Python).

Preference will be given to candidates offering longer-term commitment to project completion.     

【Required Documents】

1.CV/Resume: Please include education/experience, statement of purpose, expectations for this role, and future career plans.

2.References: Contact information (email/phone) for 1–2 referees.

3.Publications: Copies of journal articles published during Ph.D. research with a brief description of your specific contributions to each.

【Treatment】

In accordance with the institute’s standard starting salary structure (NT$64,711 per month for Ph.D. holders), additional salary may be granted based on eligible work experience. This position is governed by the Labor Standards Act.

【Acceptance Method】

Contacts：Han Chin Wang

Contact Address：128, Sec. 2, Academia Rd., Nangang Dist., Taipei City 11529, Taiwan

Contact Telephone：(02) 2789-9539

Email： hancwang@as.edu.tw

【Precautions for Application】

Please email your application materials as a PDF to Dr. Wang with the subject line: [Application for Postdoctoral Researcher].

Suitable candidates will be invited for an interview; others will not be notified individually.