Neuroscience Research Scientist—Electrophysiology & Imaging

Stanford Reglab; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University seeks a Research Scientist for the Anderson Laboratory to advance mechanistic neuroscience studies in neuromodulation and peripheral nerve signaling. The role combines patch-clamp, calcium imaging, and electrophysiology within a translational pain research program focused on ultrasound-induced neuromodulation.

The successful candidate will design and execute complex experiments, develop new methods, analyze data, and contribute to publications and grant proposals while

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, neurobiology, physiology, biomedical engineering, pharmacology, or a closely related discipline is strongly preferred.
• Substantial experience in neuroscience research and expertise in electrophysiologic methods are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead neuroscience experiments investigating neuronal excitability and peripheral nerve physiology.
• Perform whole-cell or other patch-clamp recordings and extracellular electrophysiology.
• Conduct calcium-imaging experiments and integrate imaging with electrophysiology and behavior.
• Analyze complex data and develop mechanistic hypotheses across modalities.
• Mentor and train junior personnel in electrophysiology and imaging techniques.

Skills

Neuroscience

Electrophysiology

Patch-clamp

Calcium imaging

Experimental design

Education

PhD in neuroscience/related discipline

Tools

Patch-clamp electricity

Calcium imaging

Extracellular electrophysiology

Job description

Stanford University seeks a Research Scientist for the Anderson Laboratory to advance mechanistic neuroscience studies in neuromodulation and peripheral nerve signaling. The role combines patch-clamp, calcium imaging, and electrophysiology within a translational pain research program focused on ultrasound-induced neuromodulation.

The successful candidate will design and execute complex experiments, develop new methods, analyze data, and contribute to publications and grant proposals while