Postdoctoral Researcher – Theoretical Neuroscience & ML

The Rockefeller University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rockefeller University in New York invites applications for enthusiastic postdocs to join the Zavatone-Veth lab. The role focuses on understanding how neural circuits implement computations and how ML tools can reveal these operations, with January 2027 start.

You will design independent and collaborative projects, present work at conferences, and mentor trainees in a growing lab moving to Rockefeller University.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in theoretical or computational neuroscience, physics, applied mathematics, computer science, or a closely related field.
• Strong programming (preferably Python) and mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute research projects.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing independent and collaborative research projects.
• Communicating research through conference presentations and through preparing manuscripts for publication.
• Mentoring trainees within the group.

Skills

Python programming

Mathematical skills

Independent research design

Education

PhD in theoretical or computational neuroscience

Job description

The Rockefeller University in New York invites applications for enthusiastic postdocs to join the Zavatone-Veth lab. The role focuses on understanding how neural circuits implement computations and how ML tools can reveal these operations, with January 2027 start.

You will design independent and collaborative projects, present work at conferences, and mentor trainees in a growing lab moving to Rockefeller University.