Applications are invited for a research software
developer / research associate position in the lab of Dr. Stephanie Jones at
Brown University in Providence, RI. The level of the hire depends on
experience. Our group combines human electrophysiological recordings and
computational neural modeling techniques to study the mechanisms and meaning of
brain dynamics in health and disease. We collaborate extensively with animal
electrophysiologists and clinicians to develop data constrained models that are
translationally relevant. The software developer / research associate will work
with a team of researchers at Brown, Mass General Hospital, and Yale, to help develop a new software tool for
circuit level investigation of human magneto- and electro-encephalography
(MEG/EEG) signals: Human Neocortical Neurosolver, HNN (https://hnn.brown.edu). The goal of this software is to provide the
community with a user friendly tool to develop and test hypotheses on the
circuit origin of their data. The hired candidate will help support and expand
HNN’s capabilities, including software development and working with researchers
to apply HNN to specific neuroscience questions. Duties will also include
development of tutorials, online resources, and participation in workshops
aimed at training the community in the use and applicability of HNN.
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD
in computer science, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and/or related
field. Strong Python programming skills are required, and experience with
neural modeling, particularly NEURON, is preferred. Familiarity with MEG/EEG
analysis methods and/or non-invasive brain stimulation is also beneficial.
Candidates should be able to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and fun work
environment.
Interested candidates should send a cv and a brief description of qualifications and research interests to the Jones lab manager Dylan_S_Daniels@brown.edu.