Epilepsy Neuroscience Postdoc - Electrophysiology & Imaging

TopSciNet; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dulla Lab in the Department of Neuroscience at Tufts University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to study Scn8a-related epilepsies using mouse models. The lab focuses on synaptic and glia biology, with an NIH/NINDS R01-funded collaborative project with Tufts University and MIT.

The role involves designing experiments with electrophysiology, live imaging, EEG/ECoG, and molecular biology, plus development of ASO-based splicing therapies.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in neuroscience or a related field.
• Experience in scientific research, data analysis, and scientific communication.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience with mouse models, electrophysiology, imaging, confocal microscopy, RNA biology.
• Background in epilepsy, ion channels, neurogenetics.
• Strong quantitative skills and enthusiasm for mentoring and team science.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments using electrophysiology, live imaging (2-photon/confocal), mouse behavior, EEG/ECoG, molecular biology, and genetics
• Develop and test ASO-based splicing therapies and other potential treatments
• Analyze data, prepare figures, and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications
• Manage mouse colonies and perform general lab duties
• Mentor junior trainees and participate in team science collaborations
• Pursue independent career development, including fellowship and K-award applications

Skills

electrophysiology

live imaging

mouse behavior

EEG/ECoG

molecular biology

genetics

Education

Doctorate in neuroscience

Tools

Two-photon/confocal imaging

mouse models

RNA biology

Job description

The Dulla Lab in the Department of Neuroscience at Tufts University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to study Scn8a-related epilepsies using mouse models. The lab focuses on synaptic and glia biology, with an NIH/NINDS R01-funded collaborative project with Tufts University and MIT.

The role involves designing experiments with electrophysiology, live imaging, EEG/ECoG, and molecular biology, plus development of ASO-based splicing therapies.