Neural Recording Specialist, 512-Channel Flexible Probes

University of California San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 201,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Francisco is seeking a Specialist to contribute to the development and validation of high-density neural recording technologies. This role focuses on 512-channel flexible neural probes and involves collaboration with Dr.

Doris Tsao at Astera, with translation toward human applications. Responsibilities include optimizing electroplating for probes, surgical preparation and implantation in rats, data collection and analysis, benchmarking performance, and training

Qualifications

• Experience with rodent surgical procedures for neural implants.
• Experience with data analysis in Python.
• Strong experimental and quantitative problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Development and optimization of electroplating for 512-channel flexible probes.
• Surgical implantation of probes in rats in collaboration with NeuralThread.
• Collection and analysis of electrophysiological data.
• Quantitative evaluation and benchmarking of probe performance.
• Training Astera personnel in implantation techniques and procedures in rats.
• Contribute to refinement of next-generation flexible neural recording technologies.

Skills

Data analysis in Python

Quantitative problem solving

Collaborative environment

Education

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent

Master’s degree

Terminal degree / 10+ years experience

Job description

The University of California San Francisco is seeking a Specialist to contribute to the development and validation of high-density neural recording technologies. This role focuses on 512-channel flexible neural probes and involves collaboration with Dr.

Doris Tsao at Astera, with translation toward human applications. Responsibilities include optimizing electroplating for probes, surgical preparation and implantation in rats, data collection and analysis, benchmarking performance, and training