Molecular Neuroimaging Research Associate

merge.io; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merge Labs seeks a Research Associate to join our Bio team in advancing molecular biosensors for brain-computer interfaces. You will perform functional imaging and microscopy-based experiments to link tool performance with neural activity, in animal models and neural preparations.

The role requires hands-on experimental execution, meticulous data handling, and close collaboration with scientists and engineers to establish robust workflows and reproducible results.

Qualifications

• BS/BA/MS in Neuroscience, Biology, Bioengineering, or related field; or equivalent research experience.
• Hands-on experience in experimental neuroscience with microscopy/functional imaging or neural recording.
• Experience generating reproducible datasets and recognizing artifacts or data-quality issues.
• Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or comparable tools for quantitative analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to learn new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional imaging experiments to characterize neural activity and evaluate sensors and actuators in neural preparations.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate microscopy and stimulation systems with synchronization to behavioral or electrophysiological measures.
• Contribute to workflows across preparation, data acquisition, quality control, analysis and documentation.
• Collaborate with scientists to refine controls, assess measurement quality, and investigate unexpected results.
• Develop and use analysis tools to extract neural signals and communicate findings.
• Troubleshoot variability sources and help improve experimental consistency.
• Learn new methods and contribute to protocol development as the program grows.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Neuroscience

Microscopy

Data analysis

Experimental troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

BS/BA/MS in Neuroscience/Biology/Bioengineering

Tools

Two-photon microscopy

Job description

Merge Labs seeks a Research Associate to join our Bio team in advancing molecular biosensors for brain-computer interfaces. You will perform functional imaging and microscopy-based experiments to link tool performance with neural activity, in animal models and neural preparations.

The role requires hands-on experimental execution, meticulous data handling, and close collaboration with scientists and engineers to establish robust workflows and reproducible results.