Fellow - Connectomics; Lichtman Lab

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The Lichtman Lab is looking to hire a fellow to join a large-scale high-throughput connectomics project. The project is a collaboration between 8 research groups (Harvard, Princeton, Google, Allen Institute, Cambridge University, MIT, and Johns Hopkins University), aimed at reconstructing 10 cubic millimeters of mouse brain at nanometer resolution. In this role, the hire will lead data acquisition efforts at an electron microscopy facility at Harvard, including operating and optimizing the imaging pipeline, developing high-throughput quality control workflows, as well as performing downstream data analysis.

The imaging pipeline involves a custom-built tissue mill integrated with a 91-beam scanning electron microscope, enabling automated imaging of large volumes of neural tissue at record speeds. Given the pioneering nature of the project, a substantial amount of method development and troubleshooting is expected.

The position will be supported by a federal grant for up to 3 years, contingent on continued availability of funding. The hire will work alongside other scientists in the Lichtman Lab and the Neurotechnology Core Facility. They will have the full intellectual support of highly experienced SEM microscopists, engineers, computer scientists, and the lab PI. The hire is expected to attend regular lab meetings and meetings of the wider project team, where they will intermittently present their work and receive feedback.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Physics, Biology or related field.
• Experience in biological imaging and image processing.
• Ability to program.
• Capable of organized, goal-motivated output.
• Ability to interact and communicate in a team setting.

• Experience with electron microscopy and EM image analysis.
• Track record in neuroscience.
• Track record in computer and/or data science.
• Experience with electronics, microcontrollers or robotics.

The position will require the ability to use a computer screen for extended periods of time. The position will also require the ability to handle fragile biological samples. A certain degree of dexterity will be necessary.

Please include the following items as part of your application:

• Cover letter with a concise description of your interests and why this is a good fit.
• CV

For inquiries, please contact the hiring team at hiring
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