Neuroscience Research Specialist – Spike Sorting & DBS

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Job summary

University of Minnesota is seeking a part-time Research Specialist in the Neuromodulation Research Center to sort neuronal activity from multielectrode arrays and analyze the effects of DBS on movement disorders. The role involves data collection, method development, and collaboration with imaging and planning tasks for DBS array implants.

Required qualifications include a PhD in Neuroscience, BME, ECE, or a related field, strong quantitative and signal processing skills, and a track record of

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, BME, ECE, or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong quantitative background and signal processing expertise.
• Strong record of presenting research results through publications and conference abstracts.
• Able to work up to 14 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Research data collection and analysis of neuronal activity from multielectrode arrays.
• Develop methods for spike sorting and analysis of DBS effects.
• Plan surgical procedures for implantation in naive subjects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Quantitative background

Signal processing

Publications record

Able to work hours per week

Education

PhD in Neuroscience, BME, ECE, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

University of Minnesota is seeking a part-time Research Specialist in the Neuromodulation Research Center to sort neuronal activity from multielectrode arrays and analyze the effects of DBS on movement disorders. The role involves data collection, method development, and collaboration with imaging and planning tasks for DBS array implants.

Required qualifications include a PhD in Neuroscience, BME, ECE, or a related field, strong quantitative and signal processing skills, and a track record of