Lead Brain Proteomics & Connectomics Investigator

ClearCompany Talent Management Software; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

The Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking an Associate Investigator to lead proteomic and connectomic analyses of human brain tissues in health and disease, with a focus on neurodegenerative disorders and SEA-AD collaboration. Responsibilities include methodological development for tissue preparation, light sheet microscopy, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

The candidate should hold a Ph.D. or MD/PhD with a strong publication record, be capable of scientific leadership, and actively contribute to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD/PhD in experimental neuroscience, biology, physics, engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in experimental and/or computational neuroscience.
• Domain knowledge of systems, cellular or molecular neuroscience, with emphasis on synaptic connectivity.
• Experience working independently and in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead breakthrough research and deployment of state-of-the-art methods in cellular and circuit neuroscience.
• Mentor scientists and technicians performing proteomic and connectomic studies in human brain tissues.
• Contribute to Alzheimer’s research as part of SEA-AD consortium and related projects.
• Develop scalable methods for cleared and expanded human tissues.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians and data scientists across teams.
• Publish and present findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Pursue external funding through grant submissions to federal and private foundations.
• Present progress summaries to the research community and institute leadership.

Education

Ph.D. or MD/PhD

Job description

The Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking an Associate Investigator to lead proteomic and connectomic analyses of human brain tissues in health and disease, with a focus on neurodegenerative disorders and SEA-AD collaboration. Responsibilities include methodological development for tissue preparation, light sheet microscopy, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

The candidate should hold a Ph.D. or MD/PhD with a strong publication record, be capable of scientific leadership, and actively contribute to