Research Scientist, level 1 (C-BIN) - Nathan S. Kline Institute : Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a Research Scientist in computational Neuroscience with many years of experience developing multiscale biophysical models of thalamocortical networks using NEURON/NetPyNE and Python, to work on grant-funded projects to develop models of thalamocortical systems based on experimental data. JOB DUTIES: Applicant will develop multiscale biophysical models of thalamocortical systems, optimized using electrophysiology data obtained from experiments to match dynamic patterns observed in different cognitive and behavioral states. The applicant will assist in analysis of electrophysiology data, preparation of papers, posters, and progress reports for the grants, and in applying for new grants. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: PhD and experience in computational neuroscience or related discipline. - Several publications on computational neuroscience or related field in peer-reviewed journals. Desired skills: - Experience with the NEURON simulator using Python interpreter. - Experience running large-scale simulations. - Experience developing neural models, and analysis of neural data. - Experience analyzing neural data and matching models to experimental data through parameter search and optimization. - Experience using NetPyNE for rapid, flexible construction, and analysis of detailed neural models. - Experience using high performance computers and commercial cloud platforms (e.g. Google Cloud). - Experience running batch simulations to explore/optimize parameters via grid search or evolutionary algorithms. - Experience assisting with writing and submitting grants (to NIH and/or other organizations). Background Investigation/Justice Center Review Requirements: Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment. 2) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment. *The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant. Applications will only be accepted through website at: - Click on Employment Opportunities. Applications will be accepted only during the posting dates as listed at the top of the job announcement. Questions regarding this position please email: