Postdoc: Optogenetics & Imaging in Developing Cortical Circuits

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 62,232 - 75,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Professional training

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Disability and life insurance

Employee wellbeing program

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to study the mechanisms of cortical network formation in the developing brain using optical approaches. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field, with experience in areas like multiphoton imaging or optogenetics. The position offers a competitive pay range of $62,232 to $75,564, comprehensive benefits, and a rich academic environment for collaboration and development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in neuroscience, biology, or related field.
• Experience in multiphoton imaging, optogenetics, calcium imaging, or in vivo electrophysiology.
• Strong interest in systems neuroscience.

Responsibilities

• Employ optical approaches to study cortical network formation.
• Investigate how perturbations of early network function impact development.

Skills

Multiphoton imaging

Optogenetics

Calcium imaging

In vivo electrophysiology

Systems neuroscience

Education

Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology, or related field

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking a motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to study the mechanisms of cortical network formation in the developing brain using optical approaches. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field, with experience in areas like multiphoton imaging or optogenetics. The position offers a competitive pay range of $62,232 to $75,564, comprehensive benefits, and a rich academic environment for collaboration and development.