Postdoctoral Position On Correlating

Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia; Napoli; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 35.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading research institute in Napoli is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study electrophysiological properties in neural constructs. The role includes advanced signal analysis and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field, experience in electrophysiology, and a strong publication record. The position offers a competitive salary and healthcare packages.

Servizi

Private healthcare coverage

Competenze

• PhD in relevant fields required.
• Experience with HD-MEA technology preferred.
• Strong publication record is necessary.

Mansioni

• Study electrophysiological properties using HD-MEA devices.
• Analyze electrophysiological signals to identify biomarkers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists.

Conoscenze

Electrophysiology

Neural cell culture

Signal analysis

Analytical reasoning skills

Growth mindset

Formazione

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Strumenti

HD-MEA technology

MATLAB

Python

Descrizione del lavoro

Postdoctoral position on correlating multifunctional signals in 3D printed neurochips for studies on neural degeneration

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Commitment & contract: Fixed-term collaboration contract

Location: Center for Advanced Biomaterials for Healthcare (CABHC), Napoli, Italia

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address society’s most urgent challenges. We foster excellence in fundamental and applied research in neuroscience, cognition, humanoid technologies, robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and materials science, offering an interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach uses cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can reach its fullest potential.

• THE ROLE

You will work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team, collaborating with junior and senior scientists, each bringing their expertise to achieve shared research goals.

The Biologic Materials Research Unit, led by Prof. Paolo Antonio Netti, focuses on developing and characterizing biofabricated constructs for tissue regeneration, especially creating in vitro models that replicate complex tissue environments. This includes investigating the electrophysiological properties of neural constructs to understand neuronal behavior in healthy and neurodegenerative states.

The postdoctoral position is part of the project “COMBO”: Correlating Multifunctional Signals in 3D Printed Neurochips for Studies on Neural Degeneration. The project aims to develop a multifunctional platform to study neurodegeneration by integrating 3D brain-on-chip systems with high-density micro-electrode arrays (HD-MEAs) and Raman spectroscopy, to monitor neural activity and molecular changes, aiding in understanding disease mechanisms and developing therapies.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Studying the electrophysiological properties of neurons using HD-MEA devices: performing detailed electrical recordings of 2D neuronal cultures and 3D brain-on-chip models to characterize electrophysiological properties in healthy and diseased states.
• Signal analysis and interpretation: analyzing electrophysiological signals to identify patterns and biomarkers linked to neurodegenerative processes, using advanced signal processing techniques to interpret complex data and establish correlations between electrophysiological responses and molecular changes.
• ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• A PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioelectronics, Neuroelectronics, or a related field.
• Experience in electrophysiology, especially with HD-MEA technology, and in neural cell culture.
• Strong publication record.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Experience with Maxwell or 3Brain systems.
• Knowledge of MATLAB, Python, and specialized electrophysiology analysis tools.
• Ability to work in a challenging, international environment.
• Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting.
• Strong analytical reasoning skills and a growth mindset.
• COMPENSATION PACKAGE
• Annual gross salary between €30,000 and €35,000.
• Private healthcare coverage, depending on your role and contract.

This position is funded by the PNRR project "COMBO" and related research activities under the European Union’s NextGenerationEU program.

• Application deadline: