Lead Multiregional Neural Circuits Scientist, Working Memory

Astera Institute; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

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Job summary

Astera Neuro in Alameda, CA seeks a PhD-level experimental neuroscientist to lead high-density, multiregional electrophysiological recordings in behaving mice to reveal how the brain holds and manipulates information in working memory. You will perform end-to-end work from task design to surgery, recording, and large-scale data analysis, enabling causal tests across brain areas.

The successful candidate will combine Neuropixels recordings with two-photon imaging and holographic stimulation,

Job description

Astera Neuro in Alameda, CA seeks a PhD-level experimental neuroscientist to lead high-density, multiregional electrophysiological recordings in behaving mice to reveal how the brain holds and manipulates information in working memory. You will perform end-to-end work from task design to surgery, recording, and large-scale data analysis, enabling causal tests across brain areas.

The successful candidate will combine Neuropixels recordings with two-photon imaging and holographic stimulation,