Computational Neuroimaging Scientist (EM Field Modeling)

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University seeks a Research Scientist to lead computational modeling efforts investigating the effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields on the human nervous system. Working under Prof.

Yarossi, you will develop realistic head models, tissue segmentation pipelines, and E-field simulations, as well as biophysical neuron models. You will supervise a Research Engineer and a graduate student, contribute to reports and publications, and collaborate with the Northeastern Center for

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in computational modeling of electromagnetic fields in biological tissue and/or neuron modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of realistic head models for E-field simulation, including development of computational modeling pipelines.
• Conduct numerical simulations of neural activity using point models, cable models, and neural mass models.
• Implement biophysically realistic, multi-compartment neuron models to estimate electromagnetic field effects on neural tissue.
• Supervise and mentor the Research Engineer and graduate student on computational modeling tasks.
• Contribute to technical reporting, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of findings.

Skills

E-field simulation

Neuron modeling

Biophysical modeling

Numerical methods

Leadership/mentoring

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field

Tools

SimNIBS

Sim4Life

CST Studio Suite

AN SYS HFSS

NEURON

Job description

Northeastern University seeks a Research Scientist to lead computational modeling efforts investigating the effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields on the human nervous system. Working under Prof.

Yarossi, you will develop realistic head models, tissue segmentation pipelines, and E-field simulations, as well as biophysical neuron models. You will supervise a Research Engineer and a graduate student, contribute to reports and publications, and collaborate with the Northeastern Center for