Post Doctoral Fellow (Robotics) - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute/Department of Neuroscience

About The Opportunity

A postdoctoral position in computational neuroscience/robotics/machine learning is available in Dr. Latifi’s Lab at West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. We are looking for outstanding candidates interested in employing cutting-edges technologies, ML, and graph theory-based analytics to understand multiscale brain networks dynamics. The postdoctoral associate can work under a specific project as well as general research involving the applications of ML, robotics, or graph theory in evaluating brain functions in specific disorders such as stroke.

Benefits

• A 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments).
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks.

Who is Family for the Purpose of This Leave?

Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Analyzing neuronal data from large scale electrophysiological recording or two-photon microscopy and contributing to developing/modifying analytical pipeline.
• Developing ML/AI models to decode behavior from extracted neuronal signals.
• Designing robotics structures (in collaboration with other labs in the project).
• Providing intellectual contribution to other ongoing projects in the lab.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Physics, or related quantitative disciplines.
• A minimum of 0-6 months experience in the following:
• Analyzing high-dimensional data using MATLAB or Python.
• Experience with two-photon microscopy and/or EEG.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong quantitative and programming skills.
• Experience with two-photon microscopy and/or EEG.
• Candidates from other quantitative disciplines should be willing to work with animal models and perform experiments.

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures. At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact.

Job Posting

Jun 17, 2026

Posting Classification: Non-Classified

Exemption Status: Exempt

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Schedule: Full-time