Senior / Staff Scientist, Neuromodulation
About the role
NeuroBionics is an MIT neurotechnology spinout developing novel implantable devices for treating neurological conditions. Our focus is on a minimally invasive neural interface using microscale, flexible, bioelectronic fibers delivered via endovascular approaches.
Responsibilities
Set the scientific foundation for neuromodulation targets and validate the platform in vivo.
Evaluate candidate indications and neural targets, assess evidence, and define therapeutic areas.
Design and execute preclinical animal studies to demonstrate safety and efficacy of the evFiber lead across multiple targets.
Characterize the long-term durability and stability of the evFiber lead with external expert support.
Qualifications
PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, with a track record of academic excellence.
Deep command of neurobiology, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology, including the neural circuits and pathways implicated in disease, the function of specific nerves and targets, and how stimulation parameters relate to physiologic effect.
Experience with multiple neuromodulation modalities, ideally spanning central (e.g., deep brain stimulation) and peripheral (e.g., vagus nerve stimulation) targets.
Ability to critically appraise the preclinical and clinical literature, assess strength of evidence, and translate findings into experimental design and stimulation parameters.
Hands-on experience designing and executing preclinical animal studies, developing stimulation paradigms, and analyzing electrophysiology data.
Familiarity with neural interfacing electrode properties and electrochemical characterization, including working knowledge of safe charge injection limits and electrode geometry.
Creative, self-directed problem solver with experience in a fast-paced startup environment.