Connectionists: Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience/Biophysical Modeling

[Gabbiani, Fabrizio]

Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience/Biophysical Modeling

Computational and Applied Mathematics
Rice University

and

Department of Neuroscience
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas

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A postdoctoral position in computational neuroscience is
available at Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine, in the 
laboratories of Steven Cox (Rice University) and Fabrizio Gabbiani 
(Baylor College of Medicine).

Our research focuses on understanding the biophysical mechanisms underlying
the implementation of non-linear operations by neurons and
neuronal circuits. The postdoctoral research associate will model the 
cellular and network mechanisms underlying collision avoidance behaviors 
using advanced mathematical techniques and computer simulations. 
Modeling will be supported by a large data set
of experimental data gathered using electrophysiology,
pharmacology, calcium imaging, high-speed video imaging and telemetry.

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong background
in computational modeling of single neurons and neuronal circuits.
Experience with Matlab and NEURON is required. The position is available 
for one year, with possibility of
renewal for a second year, contingent of performance and funding 
availability.
Salary will be commensurate with level of experience, based on an NIH
scale. Applications will be accepted until April 22, 2016.

Our labs are located at Rice University and in the adjacent Texas 
Medical Center, close to many of Houston's cultural and outdoor 
amenities. For further information
about Rice University, the Texas Medical Center and Houston please visit

http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp
or
https://www.bcm.edu/about-us/life-in-houston

For further informal inquiries and to apply, please send CV, the names 
and full
contact information of two to three references, as well as one to two
representative publications to cox at rice.edu and gabbiani at bcm.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females / Minorities / Veterans/ Disabled / 
Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.