Postdoctoral Scientist, Neural Connectomics & Imaging

UKRI International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join Dr William Schafer's group, focusing on mapping the hatchling octopus brain connectome using volume EM and expansion microscopy. The role emphasizes independent project planning, data analysis, and dissemination of results.

You will train others, contribute to group discussions, and advance methods in connectomics, neural gene expression, and behavioural analysis.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant subject or due to complete a PhD within 6 months.
• Experience with volume EM or expansion microscopy in connectomics.
• Computational skills, particularly genome analysis.
• Experience with C. elegans and/or octopus hatchlings.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Characterise neuropeptide signaling in C. elegans and hatchling octopus brain.
• Develop and apply diverse techniques to achieve project aims.
• Present work at seminars and external meetings.
• Draft papers and contribute to publications.

Skills

Connectomics

Neuroscience

Fluorescent probes

Communication

Education

PhD in a relevant subject

Tools

Volume EM

Expansion microscopy

Genome analysis

Job description

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join Dr William Schafer's group, focusing on mapping the hatchling octopus brain connectome using volume EM and expansion microscopy. The role emphasizes independent project planning, data analysis, and dissemination of results.

You will train others, contribute to group discussions, and advance methods in connectomics, neural gene expression, and behavioural analysis.