Postdoc, Neurobiology: Connectomics & 3D EM Mapping

UK-Research-and-Innovation-; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UKRI - UK Research and Innovation in Cambridge seeks a Postdoctoral Scientist to develop and apply large-scale connectomics approaches, mapping synaptic networks and linking them to behaviour. You will work under senior supervision with a focus on novel EM-based methods and data analysis.

The role involves contributing to publications, training others, and collaborating across groups, with a strong emphasis on independence and scientific rigor.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience or related field or near completion (within 6 months).
• Experience with high-resolution 3D EM and expansion microscopy.
• Experience with large-scale imaging datasets (connectomics/EM).
• Strong analytical and collaborative skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute research on mapping synaptic connections.
• Develop and apply techniques for connectomics and data analysis.
• Present work at seminars and conferences; contribute to publications.

Skills

3D electron microscopy

Expansion microscopy

Data analysis

Connectomics

Neuroanatomy

Communication skills

Education

PhD in neuroscience

Job description

UKRI - UK Research and Innovation in Cambridge seeks a Postdoctoral Scientist to develop and apply large-scale connectomics approaches, mapping synaptic networks and linking them to behaviour. You will work under senior supervision with a focus on novel EM-based methods and data analysis.

The role involves contributing to publications, training others, and collaborating across groups, with a strong emphasis on independence and scientific rigor.