Postdoctoral Associate: Corticospinal Circuits for Skilled Movement

Society for Neuroscience; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established research lab is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Associate to explore the neural connections enabling skilled movement. This role involves designing experiments and analyzing data within a collaborative environment at a top-tier university. The lab offers state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive atmosphere for innovative research. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience and experience with advanced imaging techniques. Join a vibrant team dedicated to groundbreaking discoveries in motor control and behavior.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or comparable degree in neuroscience or related field required.
• Aptitude in data analysis and various imaging techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and publish findings.
• Participate in lab meetings and seminars.

Skills

Multiphoton calcium imaging

Skilled behavioral task design

Synaptic electrophysiology

In situ hybridization

Viral anatomical tracing

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience

Comparable degree in a related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate: Corticospinal Circuits for Skilled Movement

Employer

Nelson Lab at New York University

Location

New York City, New York

Salary

$65,000 - $75,000

Closing date

Jul 1, 2025

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Sector

Graduate School or University

Job Function

Postdoctoral Researcher

Research Area

Integrative Physiology & Behavior,
Motor Systems,
Sensory Systems,
Techniques

Position Type

Full Time

Level

Any Experience Level Considered

The Nelson Lab at NYU's Center for Neural Science is hiring a Postdoctoral Associate to help discover how connections between the brain and spinal cord enable skilled behavior. The lab has developed a novel behavioral task and experimental workflow that will test the roles of corticospinal neurons and their spinal neuron targets in sensory-guided and dexterous movement.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include experimental design, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting and publishing findings. You will participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, departmental seminars, and other social events.

Requirements

A Ph.D. or comparable degree in neuroscience or a related field is required. You should have good communication skills and be well-organized, efficient, motivated, and independent. Successful candidates will demonstrate aptitude in some combination of multiphoton (2- or 3-photon) calcium imaging, skilled behavioral task design, synaptic electrophysiology, in situ hybridization, viral anatomical tracing, and data analysis. Some experience studying the spinal cord and motor control is preferred but not required.

Why join the Nelson Lab?

These are exciting times in the Nelson lab, with a quickly growing group and exciting research developing. The lab is newly renovated, well-funded, and fully equipped with all the tools and infrastructure you need to succeed. Located in the heart of Manhattan near Washington Square, New York University is one of the world's top-ranked academic and research universities. The Nelson Lab is in the Center for Neural Science, a department of collaborative and collegial neuroscientists with diverse interests. CNS also collaborates closely with the Neuroscience Institute at NYU's School of Medicine.

To learn more about our research, visit https://andersnelsonlab.com/. Prospective postdoctoral associates should send their CV and a Cover Letter describing their past research and future research interests to [e-mail]