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The Sternson Lab at the University of California, San Diego investigates how neural circuits control appetite and motivated behavior. A major focus of the laboratory is the development of CaRMA imaging, an experimental framework that links large-scale measurements of neural activity in behaving animals to post hoc molecular identification of the same recorded neurons. We use advanced in vivo two-photon calcium imaging together with spatial transcriptomic and circuit-mapping approaches to determine how molecularly defined neural populations control food seeking, consumption, and satiety. More information can be found at https://sternsonlab.com/.
About the role:
The Sternson Lab is seeking a Research Specialist with substantial expertise in in vivo two-photon imaging of the mouse brain. This person will serve as the lab’s primary technical and scientific resource for in vivo two-photon imaging and will take primary responsibility for the imaging component of CaRMA imaging.
The position combines four closely linked responsibilities: performing in vivo calcium-imaging experiments, developing and optimizing methods for imaging neural activity in behaving mice, taking substantial ownership of imaging-data analysis, and enabling other researchers in the lab to successfully apply two-photon imaging in their experiments.
The Research Specialist will work across the full imaging workflow, from surgical preparation and data acquisition through image processing, quantitative analysis, and alignment of functional imaging data with post hoc molecular information. A major part of the role is method development: identifying technical limitations, troubleshooting experiments, improving imaging quality and stability, and establishing robust approaches that can be used across projects.
This is a highly collaborative position. The Research Specialist will work closely with lab members to design imaging experiments, train researchers in imaging and analysis methods, and provide ongoing technical support as two-photon imaging is incorporated into diverse studies of neural circuit function.
We are looking for an experienced, technically creative scientist who enjoys solving experimental problems, developing new methods, analyzing complex datasets, and helping others use advanced imaging approaches effectively.
What we provide:
Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account.
The Sternson Lab at the University of California, San Diego investigates how neural circuits control appetite and motivated behavior. A major focus of the laboratory is the development of CaRMA imaging, an experimental framework that links large-scale measurements of neural activity in behaving animals to post hoc molecular identification of the same recorded neurons. We use advanced in vivo two-photon calcium imaging together with spatial transcriptomic and circuit-mapping approaches to determine how molecularly defined neural populations control food seeking, consumption, and satiety. More information can be found at https://sternsonlab.com/.
About the role:
The Sternson Lab is seeking a Research Specialist with substantial expertise in in vivo two-photon imaging of the mouse brain. This person will serve as the lab’s primary technical and scientific resource for in vivo two-photon imaging and will take primary responsibility for the imaging component of CaRMA imaging.
The position combines four closely linked responsibilities: performing in vivo calcium-imaging experiments, developing and optimizing methods for imaging neural activity in behaving mice, taking substantial ownership of imaging-data analysis, and enabling other researchers in the lab to successfully apply two-photon imaging in their experiments.
The Research Specialist will work across the full imaging workflow, from surgical preparation and data acquisition through image processing, quantitative analysis, and alignment of functional imaging data with post hoc molecular information. A major part of the role is method development: identifying technical limitations, troubleshooting experiments, improving imaging quality and stability, and establishing robust approaches that can be used across projects.
This is a highly collaborative position. The Research Specialist will work closely with lab members to design imaging experiments, train researchers in imaging and analysis methods, and provide ongoing technical support as two-photon imaging is incorporated into diverse studies of neural circuit function.
We are looking for an experienced, technically creative scientist who enjoys solving experimental problems, developing new methods, analyzing complex datasets, and helping others use advanced imaging approaches effectively.
What we provide:
- A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.