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Emeryville, CA
Emeryville, CA
- Remote Astera Institute Research Scientist in Computational Neuroscience Develop computational models of neural circuits and brain function.
- Read, analyze, and synthesize neuroscience, cognitive science, and computational neuroscience literature.
- Develop biologically plausible computational models of neural circuits, brain regions, and large-scale brain systems.
- Compare model predictions with experimental data and refine models accordingly.
- Develop novel algorithms inspired by biological neural computation.
- Analyze large-scale neural and behavioral datasets to inform and evaluate computational models.
- Stay current with advances in neuroscience, machine learning, and computational modeling.
- Propose and pursue original research directions that advance understanding of brain computation.
- Make novel scientific contributions to computational neuroscience through development of new theories and models.
- Document research findings and communicate results through technical reports, publications, and presentations.
- Experience programming in Python
- Familiarity with scientific computing libraries (Jax, Pytorch, NumPy, SciPy, or similar)
- Research experience in systems, computational, and theoretical neuroscience
- Experience with data analysis, statistics, or machine learning workflows
- Ability to work independently and communicate technical findings clearly
- Experience with machine learning or dynamical systems modeling
- C programming experience
- Familiarity with Linux, Git, and high-performance computing environments
- Neural circuit modeling
- Synaptic plasticity and learning
- Large-scale brain simulations
- Data-driven modeling of neural systems
- Interest in wet lab experiments
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and location
- Surprising problem-solver
- Flexible by default
- Bias to action
- High standards, internally driven
- Open to feedback
- Operate with highest levels of integrity, judgment, and stewardship
- Embrace AI-driven tools
- Understand that theories are opinions until validated with data
Salary : $90,000 - $200,000