Research Scientist​/Engineer

Job Description

The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 3 to join the NAPE lab. The laboratory projects focus primarily on how neuromodulators (Dopamine, Norepinphrine, Serotonin, opioids) work to modulate circuits in the brain to ultimately impact behavior. The lab also works at the cutting‑edge to develop and engineer novel biological and hardware tools for engaging the brain to study behavior.

• Two‑Photon Imaging experiment methodologies development and data analysis 50%
• Center Management and Training of Personnel on Instruments 40%
• Research and Implementation of Data Analysis Approaches 10%

• Development and implementation of data analysis methods to be used on two‑photon imaging datasets collected by scientists within the center
• Write custom codes in Matlab and Python
• Develop statistical and machine learning methodologies to analyze and predict aspects of the collected data
• With guidance of Drs. Stuber and Bruchas, develop experimental methodologies related to two‑photon imaging including implementation of spatial light modulation and single‑cell photostimulation/inhibition used in conjunction with in vivo calcium imaging
• Assist with transferring new experimental methodologies to other members of the center

• Consult with students, postdocs, and faculty related to imaging needs for their projects
• Train new personnel on use of the current microscopy instrumentation, including the Olympus RS system and the Bruker 2P+ system
• Develop detailed instructions for new users that are editable and available online in a wiki format
• Assist with the general infrastructure of the center, including maintaining the imaging core space, requesting needed supplies and reagents, keeping the lab updated on relevant research articles, and other tasks as needed

• Learn and implement new approaches for data analysis
• Seek out new methodology for data analysis that can be applied to the datasets collected in the center
• Consult with statisticians and machine learning experts, attend courses and workshops, and read the latest research findings in scientific journals

• Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or similar field
• 3 years’ experience working in a research lab, preferably with a health sciences focus

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

• 3+ years experience with data analysis and programming in Matlab and Python
• Experience with Scikit‑learn, Pandas, Numpy, and Stats models
• 2+ years experience with in vivo two‑photon microscopy
• 2+ years experience in designing neuroscience behavioral paradigms
• Understands and implements good laboratory techniques
• Experience as first and co‑author of research publications commensurate with level of training and experience
• Strong communication ability to effectively work with a variety of individuals with varying interpersonal styles
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Professional presentation of materials, self and department in all matters

• Master's or PhD Degree in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or similar field

Pay Range Minimum: $80,244.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $ annual

Benefits:
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Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular:
This is a regular position

FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: UAW Research

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