Postdoctoral position in circuit/system neuroscience at McGill University.

The Krishnaswamy and Cook laboratories are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to work on a project involving the neural circuits and computations underlying neuromodulation and behaviors such as attention and decision-making in mice. Position will involve cutting edge methods such as in vivo acousto-optic two-photon microscopy from cortical areas, fiber photometry from neuromodulator centers, widefield imaging using voltage/calcium-indicators, and genetic and optogenetic tools. Position will also involve using and developing advanced computational data analysis tools and building AI-inspired models of behavioral and neural activity. The project will involve close collaboration Dr. Paul Masset's lab to examine models of reinforcement learning in the context of neuromodulators. Prior experience in these methods is a plus but not a requirement. Background knowledge and/or graduate training in the neurosciences and computational methods is an advantage.

We are located at the Life Sciences Complex (LSC) at McGill University, in the Bellini Building, which is a state-of-the-art research facility. Successful candidates will join a large community of neuroscientists which include researchers at the LSC, the Neuro (formerly the MNI), the Center For Research in Neuroscience, and Mila-Quebec AI institute.

To apply, please send a CV and list of references to: 

arjun.krishnaswamy@mcgill.ca  and erik.cook@mcgill.ca