진학프로석·박사 채용 접수 플랫폼

We are offering 5 month postdoctoral contract to work in a multidisciplinary research project that combines photonics, neuroscience, molecular biology, in vitro and in vivo calcium imaging.

The hosting group is led by Dr. Mercè Masana, an Associate Professor, head of the research group “Modulation of neuronal circuitry in brain disorders” (Biomedical Sciences Department, Institute of Neuroscience, University of Barcelona, Spain).

The contracted person will investigate how phytochromes stimulation in neurones or astrocytes shape neuron-astrocyte communication and impact in neuronal network Dynamics and how it translate to funcional changes in mice, such as behavioural modulation and brain network activity by MRI.

The candidate will use state-of-the-art optical tools: in vitro calcium imaging, in vivo fiber photometry, optogenetics (light-activated phytochromes), combined with behavioral and fMRI measurements in the context of Huntington’s Disease.

Skills/Qualifications We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with experience in Neuroscience, Biomedicine or related subjects and with high interest and experience using mouse models, primary neuronal cultures, biochemical analysis including immunohistochemistry and western blot and MRI.

The candidate should have: (i) experience using in vitro cell cultures and calcium imaging; (ii) experience in conducting experimental research in rodents, involving mouse behaviour, tissue extraction, MRI; (iii) Experience in stereotaxic surgery in adult mice; (iv) experience in histology and molecular biology, including immunofluorescence, western blot, etc (v) be eiger to perform calcium recordings with fiber photometry in vivo and MRI (vi) be eiger to collaborate with photonics and bioengineering international researchers. (vii) Communication skills, ability to work in a team and good level of English is also required. Part of the work will involve support in administrative tasks related to the project, including reports.

Specific Requirements

Experience: Relevant laboratory experience in biomedical lab

Experimentation involving biochemical and functional assays on biological samples (e.g cell culture assays, microscopy, histology)

Proficient with processing tissue samples, including sample preparation, use of cryostat or vibratome, and immunofluorescence staining.

Experience in mouse behavioural tests and analysis.

Excellent organizational skills

Interest in working within a International and collaborative network

FELASA B certificate or equivalent