Cortex performs a range of computations that ultimately influence behavior. Understanding these computations requires careful measurement of neural activity combined with precise perturbation of circuit elements. We use a range of techniques, including volumetric calcium imaging, multiphoton ablation, and optogenetic approaches to asses how barrel cortex transforms sensory inputs. Building on recent work that revealed increasing receptive field complexity in the most superficial layers of barrel cortex, we seek candidates interested in designing experiments to probe the way in which specific functional classes of excitatory pyramidal neurons interact to produce these receptive fields.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $62,500. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.

PhD in Neuroscience or related field.

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