Lead Research Scientist, NeuroMAP & NeuroATLAS

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Research Scientist to lead a neuroscience research program focused on neurodegeneration within the Neurology department. The role supports NeuroMAP and the NeuroATLAS platform, integrating advanced tissue clearing, light-sheet microscopy, AI image analysis, and multi-modal data integration.

You will mentor staff and work with collaborators to advance discovery. The position emphasizes scientific independence, collaboration, and securing extramural funding,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with high-resolution imaging and biomedical image analysis is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a nationally competitive neurodegeneration research program.
• Develop and implement NeuroMAP and NeuroATLAS initiatives, including laboratory build-out and workflows.
• Collaborate across departments to secure extramural funding and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

High-resolution imaging

Machine learning

Quantitative image analysis

Biomedical image analysis

Multi-modal data integration

Study design & data interpretation

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) in Biology or related field

Tools

Light-sheet microscopy

Tissue clearing

AI-enabled image analysis

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Research Scientist to lead a neuroscience research program focused on neurodegeneration within the Neurology department. The role supports NeuroMAP and the NeuroATLAS platform, integrating advanced tissue clearing, light-sheet microscopy, AI image analysis, and multi-modal data integration.

You will mentor staff and work with collaborators to advance discovery. The position emphasizes scientific independence, collaboration, and securing extramural funding,