Remote Research Scientist, Computational Neuroscience

Remote Co.; Emeryville (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Astera Institute is seeking a Research Scientist in Computational Neuroscience to develop computational models of neural circuits and brain function.

You will work at the intersection of neuroscience, machine learning, and data analysis to generate testable theories and publish findings. The role may be remote, hybrid, or onsite at Emeryville, CA, with collaboration across disciplines on high-impact brain-inspired computation projects.

Qualifications

• Experience programming in Python.
• Familiarity with scientific computing libraries such as Jax, Pytorch, NumPy, SciPy, or similar tools.
• Research experience in systems, computational, and theoretical neuroscience.
• Experience working with data analysis, statistics, or machine learning workflows.
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze, and synthesize neuroscience, cognitive science, and computational neuroscience literature.
• Develop biologically plausible computational models of neural circuits, brain regions, and large-scale brain systems.
• Compare model predictions with experimental data and refine models accordingly.
• Develop novel algorithms inspired by biological neural computation.
• Analyze large-scale neural and behavioral datasets to inform and evaluate computational models.
• Stay current with advances in neuroscience, machine learning, and computational modeling.
• Propose and pursue original research directions that advance our understanding of brain computation.
• Make novel scientific contributions to computational neuroscience through the development of new theories and models.
• Document research findings and communicate results through technical reports, publications, and presentations.

Skills

Python

JAX

PyTorch

NumPy

SciPy

Data analysis

Independent work

Neuroscience research

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent

Tools

Linux

Git

High-Performance Computing

C++

Job description

Astera Institute is seeking a Research Scientist in Computational Neuroscience to develop computational models of neural circuits and brain function.

You will work at the intersection of neuroscience, machine learning, and data analysis to generate testable theories and publish findings. The role may be remote, hybrid, or onsite at Emeryville, CA, with collaboration across disciplines on high-impact brain-inspired computation projects.