POSTDOC POSITION For computational/experimental research in the auditory system
Description
Currently seeking applicants for studies on the neural bases of auditory function: experimental determination and modeling of dynamic response properties of neurons/circuits in the auditory pathway, brain stem to cortex. Of initial focus are ionic and synaptic currents and dendritic properties that enable brain stem neurons to perform temporally precise (sub ms) computations. We develop and analyze biophysically-based and idealized models, in conjunction with on-going in vitro experiments that typically we design and carry out here, sometimes in collaboration with labs elsewhere. Neuronal and circuit features that mediate temporal and rate encoding in and into higher areas are also under study.
In the Rinzel-lab projects cover a range of topics in dynamics of neuronal systems, at the cellular and network level, including biophysically-based models as well as idealized, phenomenological models, in deterministic and stochastic frameworks. (consult Pub Med for our papers.) Projects typically involve close collaboration with experimentalists and often hands-on involvement with experiments. The Rinzel-working group is interdisciplinary, members with backgrounds in physics, math, neuroscience,… The rich environments of CNS (http://www.cns.nyu.edu
Application
A desirable candidate as a theorist will have skills and knowledge in applied math, neurophysiology, and physics, and experience with dynamical systems, simulation, and computational modeling of neuronal systems. A neuroscientist candidate should have experience in modeling and in electrophysiology, in vitro patch clamping. The initial appointment is for 2 years, annually renewable thereafter.
Send your CV and a statement of goals to
Prof John Rinzel
Center for Neural Science, NYU
E-mail: rinzel AT cns DOT nyu DOT edu
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