join the karkhanis lab
join the karkhanis lab
A post-doctoral position is currently available in the laboratory of Dr. Anushree N. Karkhanis to study neural correlates of co-existing substance/alcohol use and affective disorders. This position is supported by DNAA, an institutional NRSA (T32), funded by the NIAAA.
A major emphasis of our research program is on understanding the neural substrates and mechanisms affected by stress, which may lead to comorbid affective and addictive disorders. We utilize a combination of behavioral (operant oral and intravenous drug self-administration, real time conditioned place preference and aversion, elevated plus maze, forces swim stress) and neurochemical/neurobiological (fiber photometry, ex vivo and in vivo voltammetry, in vivo microdialysis, HPLC) techniques along with optogenetics. In addition to research, grant writing skills and independent career development will be a major focus of this position.
We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate with a recent Ph.D. degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or a related field. A successful candidate will have a strong track record of publications in neuroscience, pharmacology and/or addiction-related journals.
Please email your CV, contact details for three referees, a statement of research interests that discusses your long-term career goals including what makes you a good fit in our research program, and a writing sample to akarkhan@binghamton.edu.
A lab technician / lab manager position is available starting Fall 2021. Lab technician will be responsible for maintaining rat and mouse colonies, conducting behavioral experiments, performing craniotomies (viral infusions and canulae implantation) and intravenous catheterization surgeries, as well as assisting with other in vivo and ex vivo experiments as needed. In addition, the technician will assist in tasks related to general lab management, such as but not limited to maintaining an inventory of basic lab supplies, ordering supplies and equipment, and maintaining equipment.
Minimum requirements: A Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in life sciences with an interest in neuroscience. Demonstrate organizational skills and the ability to perform independently without supervision. Furthermore, the candidate should have excellent work ethic and judgement, and be able to interpret information and protocol requirements. Finally, the technician must be able to multi-task and communicate effectively with lab staff and personnel at all levels. A lab technician is the backbone of any research lab and it is important the he/she is approachable and amicable.
Highly desired skills, but not required: Previous experience handling rodents and performing stereotaxic surgeries and craniotomies is highly desirable. Previous experience in performing behavioral experiments is also advantageous.
Please email your resume/CV and contact details of three referees to akarkhan@binghamton.edu.
We are always interested in the addition of highly motivated, driven, and ambitious students to our team in the Karkhanis Lab. Previous research experience is not required, but highly desired.
Binghamton University offers a Graduate Program in Behavioral Neuroscience. It typically takes five - six years to complete a Ph.D. in Neuroscience. Students earn a Master's degree on the way to a Ph.D by defending a Master's thesis. For more information about the training program and admission, click here.
Dr. Karkhanis plans to accept one new pre-doctoral student to begin in Fall 2025.
If you are interested in a career in health sciences, it is best to begin doing research during the early years of your undergraduate education. Our lab is committed to giving undergraduate students this research experience that will set you apart for your future endeavors. We seek students who are committed, motivated, and hard working.
Please send the following via email to Dr. Karkhanis (akarkhan@binghamton.edu):
Copy of your transcript.
Personal statement about your career goals, which includes why you want to do research (500 words).
Select any one of our published papers and write-up a short paragraph about the results and how you interpret them (500 words).