Scientific Programmer

5 months ago

Roanoke, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Description

The Center for Human Neuroscience Research in the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC seeks a person to manage and further develop the lab’s neural network models for estimating neuromodulator concentrations from in vivo neurochemical recordings. The successful candidate should have experience with modern programming tools, machine learning, and, in particular, neural networks. This person will work under the direction of Dr. Read Montague, will maintain and implement the lab’s current neural network models, and will participate with other lab members in further developing models for estimating neuromodulator concentrations. The successful candidate will also help with implementing machine learning approaches to other problems arising in the lab.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated programming experience.
Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, computer science, engineering, physics) or equivalent education, training or experience.
Demonstrated experience in machine learning and neural networks.
Ability to work independently on multiple deadlines with competing deadlines.
Ability to work effectively with other team members.

Preferred Qualifications

Programming experience in Python, R, Matlab.
Experience using TensorFlow, Keras, and PyTorch.

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Review Date

10/13/2023

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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