Research Associate

Science; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Equity

Flexible vacation

Job summary

Science Corporation is seeking an In Vivo Research Associate to drive a focused neuroscience program, interfacing regenerative medicine with brain–computer interfaces. You will train in vivo, collect and analyze neural data in large animals, and contribute to product development with world-class scientists and engineers.

The role emphasizes high-bandwidth neural recordings, striatal systems work, and opportunities for translation and commercialization in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in experimental neuroscience.
• Experience in training and working with large animals.
• Proven track record of excellence, patents, publications, or successful translation.
• Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing hardware and software.
• Experience using Python for data analysis.
• Thrives in collaborative environments and tackles challenging problems.
• Commitment to a respectful, inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily behavioral training and neurophysiological recording sessions.
• Develop experimental infrastructure to test efficacy of therapeutic BCIs.
• Analyze multimodal data to inform product development.

Skills

Neuroscience knowledge

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting hardware/software

Python for data analysis

Behavioral training

Data analysis

Communication

Education

MS or PhD in experimental neuroscience

Tools

Python

Job description

Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience's hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.

We are looking for an In Vivo Research Associate enthusiastic about developing new therapeutics on the interface of regenerative medicine and brain-computer interfaces. Candidates can look forward to scaling a focused research program in collaboration with a world-class team of scientists and engineers with diverse technical backgrounds. Ideal candidates will have experience performing in vivo behavioral neurophysiology experiments in large animal models including training, data collection, and analysis. Candidates with experience working in the striatal system, performing high-bandwidth neural recordings, and/or closed-loop neural control experiments are ideal.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform daily behavioral training and neurophysiological recording sessions.
• Develop experimental infrastructure to test efficacy of therapeutic BCIs
• Analyze multimodal data to inform product development

Key Qualifications

• MS or PhD in experimental neuroscience
• Experience in training and working with large animals
• A track record of excellence and creativity in your field as demonstrated by publications, patents, success with commercialization or translation, or other notable achievements
• Experience in troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing hardware and software
• Experience using Python for data analysis
• Thrives when working collaboratively and tackling difficult technical challenges
• Commitment to a respectful and supportive work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collecting and working with large scale neural data
• Experience in collecting video data, (e.g. eye movements or kinematics
• Experience in motor control or cognition

Salary/Pay Range

For individuals hired to work in California, Science Corporation is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 - $150,000 + equity + benefits. Individual pay is determined by various factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.

Benefits

At Science Corporation, our benefits are designed to support your holistic well-being:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided onsite
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care, and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science Corporation
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan

Science Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated. Our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and we are committed to considering qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.