Postdoctoral Researcher in Neuroscience and Electrophysiology

1 week ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time
Job Title:

Postdoctoral Associate, Neuroscience in Electrophysiology and Electrical Stimulation In-vivo

Job Summary:

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a highly skilled Postdoctoral Associate to join the Nano-Cybernetic Biotrek research group. The successful candidate will have expertise in in vivo electrophysiology techniques and electrical brain stimulation. The research group focuses on understanding neural mechanisms and developing innovative treatments for various diseases.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research on in vivo electrophysiology and electrical stimulation
  • Apply techniques to study diseases such as neuropathic pain, Alzheimer's Disease, traumatic brain injury, or spinal cord injury
  • Perform behavioral tests and publish scholarly reports
  • Write grant proposals and collaborate with the research team
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology, bioengineering, or a relevant field
  • Expertise in vivo electrical recording and stimulation with electrodes in live animals
  • Experience with mouse/rat surgery, stereotactic injections, and implanting electrodes
  • Experience with electrical stimulation and recording from mice/rats' brain/spinal cord with electrodes
  • Experience testing animal behavior
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with patch clamping, fiber photometry, 2-photon calcium imaging, or optogenetics
  • Experience studying neural plasticity with electrical stimulation
  • Experience with stem cells, 3D cultures, and organoids
What We Offer:

A one-year appointment with the possibility of extension based on the course of the research. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of researchers and contribute to cutting-edge projects.



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