Connectionists: Postdoc position – Cortical neural dynamics

[Mehrdad Jazayeri]

Dear Colleagues, 

I'd appreciate if you share this postdoc ad with suitable candidates. 

Sincerely, 
-Mehrdad Jazayeri

Mehrdad Jazayeri, Ph.D. 
Assistant Professor, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Investigator, McGovern Institute for Brain Research 
Email: mjaz at mit.edu

Postdoctoral positions to study cortical neural dynamics in non-human primates using electrophysiology, optogenetics and computational modeling

Postdoctoral position working on in-vivo neural dynamics in Jazayeri lab at MIT. This position is supported by the Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering (CSNE) at MIT and University of Washington (UW). The goal of the project is to develop a rigorous mathematical model of cortical neural dynamics using electrophysiology, optogenetics and computational modeling. This project is part of a collaborative effort by CSNE that seeks to characterize neural dynamics in multiple species (rodents, non-human primates and humans) and across multiple neural systems (e.g., granular and agranular cortex and basal ganglia) with the goal to develop the next generation of closed loop perturbation systems. The project has many facets with areas of emphasis ranging from performing experiments to computational modeling and provides the candidate with the opportunity to be part of a vibrant collaborative effort between multiple laboratories (e.g., Mehrdad Jazayeri, Raj Rao, Jeff Ojemann) at UW and MIT.
The ideal candidate will have experience in in-vivo electrophysiology and/or expertise in computational modeling of high-dimensional neural dynamics. Applicants should submit a CV, a 1-page description of their relevant background and expertise, a 1-page research statement of interest with respect to the project, and names and email addresses of three referees.  To apply or to ask questions, please contact Mehrdad Jazayeri at MIT.
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