Connectionists: Postdoc/Scientist in Computational Neuroscience at Allen Institute for Brain Science

[Uygar Sümbül]

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Allen Institute for Brain Science is engaged in a major effort to
understand cell types of the brain. We are seeking to fill a position
at the level of Scientist to work on the neuron type identification
problem. We generate unprecedented multi-modal, high-throughput
datasets that present challenging and interesting cell type
classification problems that enable the application of modern machine
learning methods, and pose new problems that require the development
of novel methods. In addition to the mature mouse cortical cell types
program, the Institute's human cortical cell types project has already
amassed hundreds of samples. This position will work with the
Institute’s quantitative and experimental scientists on high-priority
problems involving machine learning that include (i) developing a
probabilistic approach to defining cell types, (ii) data fusion for
anatomical, physiological, and molecular datasets, (iii) a
cross-species correspondence of cell types, and (iv) deep learning
based analysis of anatomical data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate in team efforts to develop novel neuronal cell type
classification algorithms.
- Analyze the quality of resulting classifications.
- Develop computer vision methods for the analysis of anatomical data.
- Participate in a highly interactive and multidisciplinary environment.
- Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals/scientific conferences.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD degree in computational neuroscience, physics, mathematics,
applied mathematics, engineering, or related field.
- Strong background in scientific computing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven independent thinking.
- Experience in Bayesian approaches and/or neural networks is preferred.
- Experience in computational neuroscience is preferred.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

To apply, please visit
https://alleninstitute.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=631256&&cust_sort1=29268&nohd#job

Uygar Sümbül
Assistant Investigator
Allen Institute for Brain Science


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