Research Scientist, Rodent Neural Imaging
Nudge · San Francisco, CA · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
About the role
As a research scientist focused on rodent behavior and neural imaging at Nudge, you will:
- Design and execute experiments in rodents to characterize the effects of ultrasound neuromodulation on brain circuits and behavior
- Collect and analyze behavioral and neural data, with techniques such as electrophysiology, calcium imaging and/or fiber photometry
- Develop and validate experimental paradigms linking neural activity changes to behavioral and physiological responses with clinical relevance
- Optimize ultrasound stimulation parameters for specific brain circuits and cell types to achieve targeted neuromodulation
- Translate preclinical findings to inform human neuromodulation studies
About You
We are looking for research scientists of all levels but regardless of your career level, you should have:
- A PhD or postdoc in neuroscience, biomedical engineering or similar engineering discipline.
- Experience in ultrasound neuromodulation is a plus
- Exceptional proficiency in optical/two-photon imaging, optogenetics, electrophysiology, fiber photometry or functional ultrasound imaging in animal models
- Experience with automated behavioral tracking and analysis or computational analysis of neural + behavioral data
- Experience designing experiments informed by ultrasound physics and acoustic field modeling is preferred
- A demonstrated history of exceptional technical contribution
- A high level of independent thinking and relentless execution approach
- A demonstrated history of high integrity and strong professional judgement