Join Our Team
We are always looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our research team. If you are passionate about understanding the brain and developing treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders, we want to hear from you.
Why Join the Ferguson Lab?
Cutting-Edge Science
Work with state-of-the-art techniques including spatial transcriptomics, optogenetics, and iPSC-derived organoids.
Collaborative Environment
Join a supportive team with active collaborations across multiple institutions including Salk Institute and NIMH.
Career Development
Strong track record of trainee success. Lab alumni have gone on to faculty positions, industry careers, and medical school.
Open Positions
Postdoctoral Fellows
We are seeking motivated postdoctoral researchers with expertise in molecular neuroscience, electrophysiology, or computational biology. Experience with optogenetics, fiber photometry, or single-cell techniques is highly valued.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, or related field
- Strong publication record
- Experience with rodent behavioral models preferred
- Interest in depression, addiction, or circuit neuroscience
Graduate Students
Graduate students can join through several programs including the ASU IGPN (Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Neuroscience), UA Neuroscience GIDP, or the MD/PhD program at UA College of Medicine-Phoenix.
Affiliated Programs:
Requirements:
- Acceptance into an affiliated graduate program
- Strong academic background in biological sciences
- Research experience preferred but not required
- Curiosity and dedication to scientific discovery
Undergraduate Researchers
We welcome undergraduate students interested in gaining research experience. Students will work closely with graduate students and postdocs on ongoing projects and can earn course credit or participate in summer research programs.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled at UA or ASU
- Minimum commitment of 10 hours/week
- GPA ≥ 3.0
- Interest in neuroscience research
Research Technicians
Research technician positions are available periodically. These positions provide excellent preparation for graduate or medical school and involve hands-on experience with cutting-edge neuroscience techniques.
Requirements:
- B.S. in Biology, Neuroscience, or related field
- Laboratory experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for 2-3 references to Dr. Ferguson directly.
Contact Dr. Fergusondferguson@arizona.edu