Lead Computational Neuroscientist
Koniku, San Rafael, CA, United States
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A talented scientist to lead the development of next generation Koniku Kores. This leadership role is guided by the question: “How do we realistically shift more work to existing neural circuits, ready to ship in a few weeks?” You will develop creative, small neural circuits in silico which can be realistically verified by our proprietary wetware platform – Koniku Kore. You will also develop safe stimulation, encoding and decoding protocols for neurons in vitro.
The ideal candidate is a sharply pragmatic individual, grounded in experimental data with a strong publication record, and an energetic and articulate person with a bold vision. You will be expected to contribute to building a community around your tools, build and maintain collaborations with Academia.
A PhD in computational neuroscience or neuroinformatics with a regarded research group or PI and a strong publication record is mandatory.
Qualifications
- Deep and demonstrable experience with the neuron simulation environment or similar.
- Previous hands‑on experimental work in vivo and/or in vitro neurophysiology is a solid asset.
- Excellent programming skills in Python, Matlab, statistical analysis & related packages and other open tools in neuro simulations.
- Reports directly to CEO.
Responsibilities
- Propose new circuits to engineering team.
- Develop coding mechanisms from sensors to the Kore.
- Design stimulation sequences for neural circuits or neural populations in the Kore. Develop tools for the user community.
- Guide talented neurogrammers within our outreach program and keep links with academia vibrant.
- Advise or hire talent to expand the team as required.
Requirements
- To conform to ITAR regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- Equal Opportunity Employer; we hire for individual competence, retain on results, advance for excellence – no exceptions.
Seniority level
- Mid–Senior level
Employment type
- Full‑time
Job function
- Research, Analyst, and Information Technology