Postdoc: Memory Circuits in Marmoset Decision-Making

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution is seeking a Postdoc in Systems Neuroscience to promote an innovative marmoset project. This role focuses on establishing cutting-edge techniques in electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate memory circuits. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field with strong experimental skills and a collaborative spirit. The position offers competitive salary and various academic development opportunities. Applications close on 18 January 2026.

Benefits

Training and networking opportunities

Mentorship from experienced lab members

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experimental and analytical skills in animal systems neuroscience.
• Experience with high-density electrophysiology, optogenetics, and optical imaging.
• Ability to establish new experimental paradigms.

Responsibilities

• Establish wireless electrophysiology and optogenetics in freely behaving marmosets.
• Collaborate with lab members to promote the marmoset project.
• Mentor and teach students while developing academic career.

Skills

Experimental and analytical skills in animal systems neuroscience

Electrophysiology

Optogenetics

Optical imaging

Molecular tools

Creativity

Team player

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Small animal MRI

Wireless neurophysiology

Job description

A prestigious research institution is seeking a Postdoc in Systems Neuroscience to promote an innovative marmoset project. This role focuses on establishing cutting-edge techniques in electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate memory circuits. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field with strong experimental skills and a collaborative spirit. The position offers competitive salary and various academic development opportunities. Applications close on 18 January 2026.