Postdoc: Cross-Species Visuo-Motor Neuroscience

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI); Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

One-on-one mentorship

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is hiring a Postdoctoral Scientist for the Sarvestani Lab at Cornell University. The position focuses on systems neuroscience, investigating how the brain and body integrate for perceptual abilities in different species.

Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in neuroscience or bioengineering and have experience in programming, electrophysiology, and animal behavioral testing. A competitive compensation package and mentorship with Dr. Sarvestani are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in researching visual and motor systems.
• Advanced analysis of brain and behavior datasets.
• Skills in lab animal husbandry and surgical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments integrating brain, body, and behavior.
• Collaborate with the Sarvestani lab on various studies.
• Mentor junior colleagues and assist in research projects.

Skills

Programming in Python

Electrophysiology

Behavioral testing

Histology and fluorescence imaging

Engineering (CAD/3D printing)

Education

Ph.D. in neuroscience or bioengineering

Tools

Matlab

Microcontrollers

Job description

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is hiring a Postdoctoral Scientist for the Sarvestani Lab at Cornell University. The position focuses on systems neuroscience, investigating how the brain and body integrate for perceptual abilities in different species.

Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in neuroscience or bioengineering and have experience in programming, electrophysiology, and animal behavioral testing. A competitive compensation package and mentorship with Dr. Sarvestani are offered.