Hybrid Neuroengineering Research Associate (Temporary)

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a Temporary Research Associate in Worcester to coordinate joint computational and experimental work with Harvard University.

The role involves coordinating WPI-MGH research on activation/inhibition of cortical neurons by magnetic microstimulation and simulating coil fields in dense cellular environments, with emphasis on NEURON knowledge.

This is a hybrid, 15 hour per week position with end date August 2026, compensation $35.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Biomedical engineer with knowledge of neuronal activation and interactions including synaptic activation.
• Knowledge of NEURON software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of WPI-MGH joint computational and experimental research work with Professor Fried and his team on activation/inhibition of cortical neurons by magnetic microstimulation (micro-coils).
• Simulation of coil fields in a dense cellular environment.

Skills

Biomedical engineering

Neuronal activation

Synaptic activation

Tools

NEURON

Job description

Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a Temporary Research Associate in Worcester to coordinate joint computational and experimental work with Harvard University.

The role involves coordinating WPI-MGH research on activation/inhibition of cortical neurons by magnetic microstimulation and simulating coil fields in dense cellular environments, with emphasis on NEURON knowledge.

This is a hybrid, 15 hour per week position with end date August 2026, compensation $35.00 per hour.