Epilepsy Neurophysiology Research Specialist — Data & iEEG

University of California - Davis; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis in Sacramento invites applications for an Assistant Specialist to advance neurophysiology research, with emphasis on epilepsy. You'll analyze iEEG data, develop pipelines, and collaborate on proposals to secure funding in a dynamic team.

The role requires programming in Python, MATLAB, and R, plus experience with electrophysiological data. Join a team focused on advancing neurophysiological research through rigorous analysis and publication.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data analysis and computational modeling related to biological or neurological research.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, R, including related data analysis toolboxes such as FieldTrip, and codebase management using GitHub.
• Experience organizing and managing data processing pipelines.
• Experience with large data signal processing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Troubleshooting computer software/hardware issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive data analysis focusing on EEG and neuroimaging data to study brain function in epilepsy.
• Use advanced models and programming in Python, MATLAB, and R.
• Prepare and publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Present results at conferences and workshops.
• Develop and maintain a data analysis codebase for new capabilities.
• Work independently and collaboratively on iEEG projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Computational modeling

Python

MATLAB

R

GitHub

EEG data

iEEG data

Lab data management

Communication

Education

Master's degree or related field

Tools

FieldTrip

Git

Windows

Mac OSX

Job description

University of California, Davis in Sacramento invites applications for an Assistant Specialist to advance neurophysiology research, with emphasis on epilepsy. You'll analyze iEEG data, develop pipelines, and collaborate on proposals to secure funding in a dynamic team.

The role requires programming in Python, MATLAB, and R, plus experience with electrophysiological data. Join a team focused on advancing neurophysiological research through rigorous analysis and publication.