Join us!

The Saloman Laboratory is always seeking medical researchers that have demonstrated interest and adequate preparation to address important questions in the neurobiology of pain and cancer as well as how peripheral nerves communicate with other systems. We us a variety of cellular and molecular methods as well as anatomical, behavioral, optogenetic, calcium imaging, and flow cytometry.

Potential projects are possible in the following areas:

  • Neural regulation of the tumor microenvironment and anti-tumor immunity
  • Characterize circuits regulating pancreas disease-related pain
  • Characterise function of novel genes expressed in sensory neurons
  • circadian rhythmicity of pancreas secretion

 If you are interested in these positions or want more information, please send CV/resume to Dr. Saloman jls354@pitt.edu.

 

Academic Positions

Graduate students
Prospective graduate students can rotate in the lab after admission to several graduate programs:
Neuroscience  CNUP                                                                                                                        Oncology Graduate Program                                                                                                Interdisciplinary Biomedical Graduate Program (IBGP)
MD/PhD program (MSTP)
Physician Scientist Training Program (PSTP)
Biomedical master’s program (BMP)

Postdocs, Residents and Fellows
Phd, MD or equivalent are welcome. Interested individuals should email me with a CV and a cover letter summarizing their prior research experiences and their future interests as well as three references. Currently, accepting only U.S. Citizens or individuals with a green card.

Undergraduates
Undergraduate students are welcome to send their CV/resume and a statement of interest.