We are looking for a software engineer to work on NetPyNE, a python package to facilitate the development, parallel simulation and analysis of biological neuronal networks using the NEURON simulator. For more information on the tool see:
Responsabilities:
- Design and implementation of new features, maintenance, and debugging of NetPyNE package (including new GUI).
- Providing technical support to lab members developing models using the NEURON simulator and NetPyNE package.
- Writing documentation, attending meetings/conferences, and giving presentations on software package.
Requirements:
- MSc in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years experience in full-stack (front-end and back-end) software development (scientific software a plus).
- Expertise with Python; fluency with Linux, Git/Github.
- GUI design/implementation experience is a plus.
- Previous experience in research/academic environment and/or neuroscience background are a plus
Conditions:
- Postdoc-level salary (commensurate with experience)
- Initial contract of 1 year with possibility of extension (depending on performance and budget)
- Become part of the Neurosim lab (
http://neurosimlab.org) at the State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center.
- Academic environment with possibility of getting involved in several neuroscience research projects and interacting with 10-15 researchers (graduate students, postdocs and professor).
- Work in New York, a vibrant city with a wide offer of activities (working remotely also a possibility)