Postdoctoral Neuroscientist

An exciting opportunity has become available for a creative Postdoctoral Neuroscientist who enjoys collaborative, multidisciplinary work. The post holder will be part of both the Barron Group based at the MRC Brain Network Dynamics Unit (MRC BNDU) and the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (WIN), University of Oxford, and the O’Reilly Group based at the WIN and Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford. These two groups have a strong track record in studying the neural computations of learning and memory, in both hippocampal and neocortical circuits in rodents and humans.  The two groups use a diverse array of different technologies and approaches to elucidate the neural mechanisms involved in learning memory and their influence on behaviour. This includes carefully designing tasks to assess behaviour alongside recordings of neural activity using ultra-high field MRI. The proposed research will take full advantage of the intellectual environment, capital equipment, technical expertise and excellent infrastructure in place at both the WIN and MRC BNDU.

The overall purpose of this post is to conduct original research, provide specialist expertise, and communicate empirical discoveries, as part of a scientific programme that uses computational approaches and cross-species research to elucidate the role of hippocampal-neocortical circuits in learning and memory. The post holder will report to Dr Helen Barron and Prof. Jill O’Reilly or their delegated deputies. Where appropriate, the post holder will provide guidance to other members of the host Groups, as well as to the Groups’ collaborators, but will not be expected to line-manage anyone.

The successful candidate will have a PhD (or M.D.) or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline, as well as have a promising track record of original research in their particular field of neuroscience.  The Candidate is also expected to have technical expertise of the following: 1. Magnetic Resonance Imaging of cognitive tasks in humans, 2. Custom written code and analysis of human neuroimaging data. In addition, they will provide evidence of creative and critical thinking as applied to the development and execution of a cohesive programme of research. Experience in cross-species research and a history of data sharing and open science is desirable.

The post is fixed term for 2 years in the first instance, until 31st March 2025.

Only applications received before 12:00 midday on 10th October 2022 will be considered.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.