Postdoc in Neuroscience: electrophysiology and 2-photon imaging

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuroscience to join the Sjöström lab, focusing on neocortical circuits and synaptic plasticity. Applicants should have expertise in whole-cell patch-clamp and advanced imaging techniques, and will engage in experiments, data analysis, and publishing research.

Qualifications

• Experience with whole-cell recordings and advanced imaging approaches required.
• Solid track record of relevant publications needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and analyze data.
• Present findings locally and internationally.
• Write manuscripts and mentor junior lab members.

Skills

whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology

2-photon imaging

electrophysiology

data analysis

presentation skills

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuroscience, McGill University, Canada

We are looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to join our team at McGill University. The Sjöström lab studies neocortical circuits, with a focus on synaptic plasticity, NMDA receptor signaling, 2-photon optogenetics, and advanced 2-photon imaging. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong expertise in whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology and/or 2-photon imaging, and a solid track record of relevant publications.

Applicants should be experienced with whole-cell recordings and/or cutting-edge imaging approaches. Responsibilities will include performing experiments, analyzing and presenting data locally and internationally, writing manuscripts, and occasionally mentoring junior lab members.

Our lab is based at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, in vibrant, multicultural Montreal—a city that offers exceptional quality of life. McGill and its neighbouring universities form one of the most dynamic neuroscience communities in the world.

For examples of our current directions, see:

• Chou et al The Innovation 2025, www.cell.com/the-innovation/fulltext/S2666-6758(24)00173-5
• Wong et al Neuron 2024, www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(23)00767-5

The position is fully funded with a competitive salary. Candidates are also expected to apply for external funding, for which we provide strong support. Opportunities are available for both Canadian and international applicants.

To apply, please send a Letter of Intent, CV, brief research statement, and contact information for three referees to Dr. Jesper Sjöström ([e-mail]). In the subject line, include "Postdoc" followed by your name.

Website:http://plasticity.muhc.mcgill.ca

McGill University is committed to diversity and equity in employment. It welcomes applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, visible minorities, and others who may contribute to diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.