Job Description

A Postdoctoral Associate  position is available in the Nano-Cybernetic Biotrek​ (NCB) research group at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Media Lab. Our aim is to develop extremely miniaturized micro-nano-devices that probe and modulate our biological system especially the brain. We are seeking postdocs who will configure and implement these devices for brain stimulation and recording.

We are looking to hire for this role as soon as possible. 

This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extension based on the course of the research.

For more information visit https://web.mit.edu/deblina-sarkar/brainstimulationandrecording.html

Responsibilities

• Characterize and validate the devices in cultured neurons
• Inject or implant the devices in mouse brain or peripheral nervous system (PNS)
• Characterize and validate the devices in-vivo in mice
• Perform brain stimulation and/or recording

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• PhD in bioengineering, neuroscience, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical/ electrical/electronics engineering, physics, or relevant field
• Experience with mouse surgery, stereotactic injections and implanting electrodes
• Experience in stimulation and/or recording from mice brain
• Experience in validation of stimulation and/or recording
• Experience with cultured cells

PREFERRED: 

• Experience with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases
• Experience with stem cells, 3D cultures and organoids
• Experience with tumor models
• Experience with isolation and preparation of primary cultured neurons
• Experience with recording or stimulation in PNS
• Experience with testing animal behavior
• Experience in nanofabrication

To apply, go to https://hr.mit.edu/careers and search for job ID# 21180