Research Specialist (Electrophysiology)

Job Summary: This position will focus on in vivo and brain slice electrophysiology using the rodent as a model organism. Principal Responsibilities: Conduct research on in vivo and brain slice electrophysiology using the rodent as a model organism. Integrate electrophysiology with optical stimulation techniques using channelrhodopsin-2. Record single units from molecularly-defined cell types that influence feeding behavior. Focus on characterizing neural circuits using channelrhodopsin assisted circuit mapping where axons originating from molecularly-defined cell populations can be selectively activated to measure synaptic properties and plasticity. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in an appropriate field of science or technology. Minimum of 5 years related experience with either single unit recordings in vivo or whole cell patch clamp in brain slices. Requires working knowledge of Matlab for data analysis. Additional Information: Please include a cover letter and three references with your resume. Please include the job title and job number in the subject line. To Apply To apply for this position, please email or send your resume to: JFRC Jobs Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia Farm Research Campus 19700 Helix Drive Ashburn, Virginia 20147 Fax: 571-209-4079 E-mail: jfrcjobs@janelia.hhmi.org