Electrophysiology Research Scientist, Cancer Neuroscience

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital lab is seeking a highly motivated electrophysiologist to join the Venkatesh Lab. The role focuses on cancer neuroscience, neuron-glioma circuits, and cutting-edge electrophysiology and imaging techniques.

The candidate will perform in slice and in vivo experiments, including patch clamp, advanced microscopy, and stereotactic procedures, contributing to publications and new neuro-oncology insights.

Qualifications

• Experience with in vitro and ex vivo patch clamp.
• Strong microscopy knowledge including confocal and 2-photon.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and scientific libraries.
• In vivo recording experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute in slice and ex vivo patch clamp electrophysiology/optical recordings for ongoing projects.
• Learn and adapt techniques to patch clamp cancer cells as well as neurons.
• Conduct microscopy imaging including confocal and 2-photon calcium imaging.
• Perform mouse survival surgeries and post-op care for various projects.
• Provide basic assistance to researchers in computing and analyzing data.

Skills

Patch clamp (in vitro/ex vivo)

Python for electrophysiological data

Microscopy (confocal, 2-photon)

In vivo recording

Education

PhD

Tools

pyABF

Neo

Elephant

Job description

Mass General Brigham’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital lab is seeking a highly motivated electrophysiologist to join the Venkatesh Lab. The role focuses on cancer neuroscience, neuron-glioma circuits, and cutting-edge electrophysiology and imaging techniques.

The candidate will perform in slice and in vivo experiments, including patch clamp, advanced microscopy, and stereotactic procedures, contributing to publications and new neuro-oncology insights.