Theoretical Neuroscience Postdoctoral Fellow

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's (LBNL) Scientific Data Division has an opening for a Theoretical Neuroscience Postdoctoral Fellow to join the team.

In this exciting role, you will perform research into control theory of neural population dynamics. This position has the specific focus of developing ML methods to assess the feedback controllability of neural population dynamics recorded from brain organoids. This position requires a high-degree of team work and interdisciplinary activities.

What You Will Do:

• Perform research in machine learning methods based on control theory applied to problems in neuroscience.
• Prepare write-up, attend meetings, etc.
• Write manuscripts.
• Contribute to grant proposals.
• Analyze data from projects, make plots, present results.

What is Required:

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, applied math, theoretical neuroscience, or statistics.
• In depth experience with control theory and machine learning for analysis of neural population data.
• Experience with scientific programing languages (e.g., C/C++, Python, and Matlab).
• Experience working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and exhibit good communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with fitting parametric models to neural population data.
• Experience with high-performance computing.

Notes:

• This is a full-time, 2 years, postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years of paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.
• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
• The monthly salary range for this position is $8,570-$9,935 and is expected to start at $8,570 or above. Postdoctoral positions are paid on a step schedule per union contract and salaries will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates. Each step represents one full year of completed post-Ph.D. postdoctoral experience.
• This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work may be performed on-site, hybrid. The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites.

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How To Apply

Apply directly online and follow the on-line instructions to complete the application process.

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