Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to join a multidisciplinary auditory research group. This role involves studying hearing function in animal models using advanced techniques such as in vivo electrophysiology and optical imaging. Candidates will contribute to groundbreaking research at a prestigious institution, focusing on understanding auditory mechanisms. The position offers a competitive salary and a collaborative environment, ideal for those passionate about neuroscience and bioengineering. If you are eager to advance your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrophysiological recordings and data analysis.
• Programming experience in MATLAB or Python is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study normal and impaired hearing in animal models.
• Conduct in vivo electrophysiology and acoustical measurements.

Skills

Electrophysiological recordings

Signal processing

Data analysis

Programming in MATLAB

Programming in Python

Education

PhD in bio/audio engineering

PhD in neuroscience

PhD in related fields

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Apply locations: Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: REQ20157074

We seek a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized individual to study normal and impaired hearing in animal models within the lab of Dr. Karolina Charaziak (https://sites.usc.edu/charaziaklab/) at the Keck School of Medicine. The research will involve in vivo electrophysiology, acoustical measurements, and optical imaging techniques (Optical Coherence Tomography) to assess hearing function in small rodents. Dr. Charaziak’s lab is part of a multidisciplinary auditory research group within the Keck School of Medicine.

The annual base salary range is $70,000.08 - $70,000.08. USC considers various factors such as responsibilities, experience, education, skills, internal equity, laws, grant funding, and market conditions when making employment offers.

Start date: Flexible.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in bio/audio engineering, neuroscience, or related fields. Key requirements include experience with electrophysiological recordings, signal processing, and data analysis. Programming experience in MATLAB or Python is preferred but not required. Animal research experience is highly valued but not necessary.

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