University College London
Job title:
Research Fellow
Company
University College London
Job description
About usThe Research Fellows in Optical Neuroscience will work in Cortexlab, the neuroscience laboratory led by Profs. Matteo Carandini and Kenneth Harris at University College London (UCL).The posts offer an exciting opportunity for research in two projects focused on optical approaches to study brain function. The first project involves next -generation Neuropixels Opto probes, which allow concurrent electrical recordings and optical stimulation. The second project involves advanced 2-photon imaging techniques to study causation and correlation in the visual cortex.About the roleThe successful applicant will join a team of scientists working on establishing the brain circuits of vision, audiovisual integration, and decision-making. They are expected to lead a vigorous research program in the context of the team, devoting efforts both to their own research and to the broader goals and needs of the team. The Fellow working on the Neuropixels Opto project will participate in the development of these probes and be responsible for testing their function and for demonstrating their application in advanced neuroscience experiments aimed at uncovering the circuit basis of neural function. The Fellow working on advanced 2-photon imaging techniques will study causation and correlation with techniques such as in vivo optical dendrotomy and synaptic imaging with Glutamate sniffers.They will take a leading role in all aspects of the projects, from designing and performing experiments, to data analysis, to the presentation and dissemination of the results.Salary: UCL grade 7 spine point range 30-35 ( £43,374 – £49,253 per annum, including London Allowance)Duration: funding for this post is available for 2 years until 30.04.2027, in the first instanceAppointment as a Research Fellow at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD. If this is not the case, an initial appointment will be made as a Research Assistant at Grade 6b with payment at Grade 7 backdated upon award of a PhD to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis (with corrections).About youApplicants should have a PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a similar field, and an ability to work in a diverse group including computational and experimental neurobiologists. An essential requirement is experience with recording neural signals from the living brain and analyzing large data sets in Python or Matlab. Desirable requirements include experience in writing scientific manuscripts, which is typically evidenced by a record of publications, and experience with visual neuroscience or optical imaging.What we offerWorking with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure and bank holidays as well as enhanced parental pay and more. Visit to find out more.Application ProcessFurther information may be found at the lab webpage . If more information is needed, please contact the PI, Prof. Matteo Carandini on [email protected]. If you have any queries regarding the application process please email: [email protected].A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.Please ensure you attach your CV and highest academic qualification. In addition, please ensure you provide a personal statement outlining how you meet the criteria to support your application.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.Available documents
Expected salary
£43374 per year
Location
North West London
Job date
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:57:02 GMT
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