Postdoctoral Neuroscientist

Your duties will include acquiring rich neural data sets in awake behaving animals, and in sleep; performing anatomical tract tracing; analysing existing and new datasets using python and Matlab using advanced statistical methods such as machine learning; collaborating with other members of the Barron Group, including those conducting research in humans, including patient populations.  The post holder will be part of the Barron Group based at the MRC BNDU and OxCIN. The Group has a strong track record in conducting cross-species research to investigate how cells and circuits in the brain work together to perform computations that support memory. The proposed research will take full advantage of the intellectual environment, capital equipment, technical expertise and excellent infrastructure in place at the MRC BNDU and OxCIN.

 

In addition to having a PhD (or M.D.) or equivalent qualification in a relevant research discipline, candidates should have a promising track record of original research in their field of research. Candidates are also expected to have technical expertise in one or more of the following: (1) electrophysiology; (2) optical monitoring/manipulation of cell activity/neuromodulators/neurotransmitters; (3) techniques for quantifying animal behaviour; (4) data analysis, including machine learning and computational methods. In addition, candidates should provide evidence of creative and critical thinking as applied to the development and execution of a cohesive programme of research. A background of research in memory is desirable.

 

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Associate Professor Helen Barron.

 

The post is full-time for a fixed-term 2 year period in the first instance.

 

 

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