Careers at NIDA IRP

The Intramural Research Program (IRP), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is seeking an outstanding Tenure-Track or Tenure-Eligible Investigator to lead the Neural Computation of Motivation and Decision-Making Section, which is part of the Behavioral Neuroscience Research Branch (BNRB) of the IRP. We are seeking a candidate who is committed to scientific excellence. The successful candidate must use nonhuman primate behavioral models and possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. or equivalent degrees in pharmacology, neuroscience, or related fields. Criteria for selection include substantial experience in behavioral pharmacology and neuroscience, and a strong publication record on neuropharmacological mechanisms underlying substance use disorders. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with other research groups within NIDA (e.g., neuroimaging) and therefore should demonstrate a proven ability to establish and sustain collaborative work across multiple disciplines. The position can be filled as either a Tenure-Track or Tenure-Eligible Investigator. The selected candidate will receive independent resources from NIDA for funding start-up costs and on-going program operations and will be responsible for managing these resources (budget, human resources, and space). NIDA will provide laboratory and office space adequate to establish an outstanding research program at the Biomedical Research Center, located on the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus in Baltimore, MD. The broader NIH campus and the NIDA IRP in Baltimore provide a rich and highly interactive neuroscience environment. Salary will be commensurate with experience. A full civil service package of benefits may be available. Appointees may be US citizens, Legal Permanent Residents or non-US citizens who are eligible for a valid work authorization. Applications from women, persons from underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. This position is subject to a background investigation. Interested candidates must submit a Curriculum Vitae (including bibliography), a two-page summary of research interests, and the names and contact information (work/email addresses, phone) of three references (via pdf or MS Word format only – paper applications will not be accepted) to: Deon Harvey, Ph.D., Management Analyst, NIDA IRP at NIDAIRPManagementAnalysts@nih.gov. Please also provide a description of mentoring and outreach activities (not to exceed 1 page) in which you have been involved, especially those involving women and persons from racial/ethnic and other groups that are underrepresented in biomedical research. Review of applications will begin on or about August 7, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, you may contact: Geoffrey Schoenbaum, MD, PhD, Search Committee Chair and NIH Distinguished Investigator, NIDA, geoffrey.schoenbaum@nih.gov The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. The DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to explore the neurochemistry of novel treatment strategies related to substance use disorder (SUD). The position is within the Medication Development Program at the Intramural Research Program (IRP), Baltimore, MD. Our research is aimed to address key-pathways, brain areas, mechanisms of action and pharmacologic targets for development of SUD medications. Our facilities are well organized, fostering the possibility to interact and collaborate with internationally renowned basic science and clinical NIDA-IRP investigators. Our neurochemistry suite, which includes in-vivo Fast scan cyclic voltammetry (FSCV) and microdialysis techniques, is expanding to include in vivo fiber photometry analysis of neurotransmitters (dLight, GRAB_DA, etc.). Behavioral equipment is also available for full-time research. This multidisciplinary effort will also include investigating novel drugs in preclinical models of SUD in rodents. Individuals with interests and expertise in FSCV and/or fiber photometry and neurotransmitter biosensors to study CNS disease mechanisms and treatment are especially encouraged to apply.  In addition to the research activities and projects, the post-doctoral fellow will have access to educational, mentoring and grant writing training opportunities at the NIDA- and NIH-wide levels. Please check the NIH OITE website for information on salary and benefits. An M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree is required. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in FSCV, fiber photometry, and optogenetic techniques and a Ph.D. in a related field (neuroscience, chemistry, and/or pharmacology research). A research background in pharmacology, neuroscience, chemistry, behavioral science and/or drug abuse neurobiology is preferred. The position is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. To apply, please send a CV, one -page statement of research background and interests, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Gianluigi Tanda, Email: Gianluigi.Tanda@nih.gov Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. DHHS, NIH and NIDA are Equal Opportunity Employers

The Clinical Psychoneuroendocrinology and Neuropsychopharmacology (CPN) Section (https://irp.nida.nih.gov/organization/tamb/cpn/) is a translational and clinical laboratory of the National Institutes of Health Intramural Research Program (NIH IRP), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS),  jointly funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and is currently recruiting a Post-Doctoral Fellow. The workplace is in NIDA's  Intramural Research Program (IRP) located in Baltimore, Maryland. The Post-Doctoral fellow will be involved in a variety of projects and clinical protocols relevant to the laboratory, under the supervision and mentoring of Dr. Lorenzo Leggio, Senior Investigator (Clinical) and Chief. The laboratory conducts human clinical and translational inpatient and outpatient studies to identify possible novel medications for addiction. The overall goal of these studies is to identify and develop novel effective treatments for alcohol and substance use disorders. The focus of the laboratory is to study novel pathways related to the microbiome-gut-liver-brain axis, neuroendocrine pathways, gut microbiome, and surgical manipulations of the gut-brain axis. Neuroimaging experiments are also employed and integrated in these human laboratory studies. The selected candidate will have access to lectures, educational, mentoring and grant training opportunities at the lab-level, and NIH-wide. An M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree is required. The fellowship is open to U.S. and foreign citizens. The ideal candidate will have strong background and skillsets related to addiction, mental health and neuroscience. Experience in carrying over experimental medicine and human laboratory studies with research volunteers, including participants with alcohol and substance use disorders, is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, a Statement of Research Background and Interests (up to two pages), and names/contact information for three references (including the reference’s work/email addresses and phone) to: Lorenzo Leggio, M.D., Ph.D., Senior Investigator and Chief of TAMB, NIDA IRP at lorenzo.leggio@nih.gov PDF or MS Word format only – paper applications will not be accepted)   Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

Our team is looking for an ambitious and motivated postdoctoral fellow who shares our passion for understanding how neuronal circuits orchestrate survival behaviors. As a member of the team, you will have access to cutting edge technologies and great resources. We welcome applications from any outstanding scientists, especially those with scientific programming experience (e.g. MATLAB, Mathematica, R, etc.) and electrophysiology expertise. Additionally, we welcome applicants from underserved and disadvantaged backgrounds to grow and develop their skills in our laboratory.

For further information and to apply, please send your inquiries with a CV, brief statement of interest, and list of references to: yeka.aponte@nih.gov

Position in National Institute on Drug Abuse Intramural Research Program – Neuronal Circuits and Behavior Section.

DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers

Post-doctoral Fellow: The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to work on scientific projects for studying the molecular mechanisms of the therapeutic targets for substance use disorders using computational approaches. The position is located in the Molecular Targets and Medications Discovery Branch, Computational Chemistry and Molecular Biophysics Unit, within the Intramural Research Program (IRP) located in Baltimore, Maryland. The primary projects for this position will utilize molecular modeling, simulation, and other computational approaches to investigate the structure-funtion relationships of G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs). In particular, dopamine receptors are implicated in various vital physiological functions - abnormalities in its regulation have been implicated in neuropsychiatric and substance use disorders. Our laboratory is equipped with state of the art high-performance computating infrastructure, and closely integrates in silico and in vitro studies either in-house or through collaborations. Overall, the NIDA IRP is an interactive collection of laboratories employing cutting edge methodologies devoted to understanding and reducing the risks of addiction. It is a highly collaborative and supportive environment for trainees. The ideal candidate should have extensive understanding and experiences on ligand-protein interactions. A strong scripting/programing background is preferred. The position is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in molecular biophysics, computational chemistry, or computational biology. Interested candidates must submit a CV and a one-page summary of research interests, as well as the names and contact information (work/email addresses, phone) of three references to: Dr. Lei Shi, Investigator, at lei.shi2@nih.gov. Applications must be submitted in PDF or MS word format only – paper applications will not be accepted. DHHS, NIH and NIDA are Equal Opportunity Employers. Applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged