Neuroscientist - in vivo electrophysiology
Core
Conduct in vivo electrophysiological recordings (LFP, Action Potential) using implanted intracranial electrodes in live rodents to study neural circuits and behavior.
Role type
Senior IC neuroscientist (in vivo electrophysiology)
Builds
Research data on neural circuit function and behavior in rodent models
Domain
Neuroscience / Biomedical Engineering / Animal Models
Deliverable
research
Required skills
in vivo electrophysiology, intracranial electrode implantation, stereotactic surgery, rodent behavior testing, data analysis
Preferred skills
patch clamp, fiber photometry, two-photon calcium imaging, optogenetics, neuromodulation, fMRI, DTI, PET, MEG, neural plasticity studies, stem cell culture
Technologies
LFP, Action Potential, intracranial electrodes, stereotactic apparatus, fMRI, DTI, PET, MEG
Responsibilities
Perform electrical recordings from brain/spinal cord in mice/rats, conduct stereotactic injections and electrode implantations, test animal behavior, analyze electrophysiological data
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC