The project envisioned will involve the development of photosensitive (or caged) neurotransmitters for the stimulation of nerve cells. Specifically, the focus will be on the construction and application of novel chromophores that will undergo two-photon photolysis using synthetic organic chemistry. We have many active collaborations with neuroscientists, so the successful candidate will have the opportunity to interact with biologists, and learn about pharmacology and neuroscience. Our papers appear in high profile journals (eg. Nature, Journal of Neuroscience, Nature Methods, ChemBioChem, ChemComm, Biochemistry, etc.). Candidates MUST HAVE a Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry for consideration.

Please read the following carefully: send just these details:
1. education history; 2. names, telephone numbers, and emails (& webpages) of three references; and 3. list of publications by email to Dr Graham CR Ellis-Davies, Dept of Pharmacology & Physiology, 245 N. 15th St., Philadelphia, PA 19102. Ideally you live in the USA or Europe, as you will have to come to Philadelphia for an interview.

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