Research Associate

About the role:

The Department of Bioengineering at Imperial is looking for up to 3 talented Research Associates to join the Computational Neuroscience Laboratory, headed by Professor Claudia Clopath.  

Learning and memory are among the most fascinating topic of neuroscience, yet our understanding of it is only at the beginning. Learning is thought to change the connections between the neurons in the brain, a process called synaptic plasticity. Using mathematical and computational tools, it is possible to model synaptic plasticity across different time scales, which helps understand how different types of memory are formed.

What you would be doing:

You will be working to build those models of synaptic plasticity, and study the functional role of synaptic plasticity in artificial neural networks.

You will also carry out research programmes in computational neuroscience, undertake project management and/or supervise multi-disciplinary teams.  In addition, you will be expected to submit publications to refereed journals and to attract external research funding.

What we are looking for:

You will have a strong mathematical, physical or engineering background, and have completed a PhD in the field of computational neuroscience.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

This is a full-time post available from 01 September 2025 to 31 August 2026 (12 months) with any further extension subject to research funding. 

If you require any further details on the role please contact: Professor Claudia Clopath (c.clopath@imperial.ac.uk)

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 25 May 2025                                                            

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