Research Assistant in Circuit and Systems Neuroscience

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

Fuzik Lab is looking for an applicant for a research assistant position (Circuit and Systems Neuroscience) at the Dept. of Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden. We study both physiological and pathological states of periaqueductal neuronal populations with viral tracing, Patch-clamp electrophysiology, Patch-Seq (Fuzik et al., Nature Biotechnology 2016, Fuzik et al. PNAS 2019), ex vivo all-optical voltage imaging and Voltage-Seq (Csillag et al. 2023, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37474808/ ) in vivo optogenetics, and add a translational angle using systems neuroscience approaches (behavior tests, head-fixed in vivo electrophysiology (Calvigioni, Fuzik et al. 2023 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37349481/ ).

Your mission

The applicant will join an active, enthusiastic, and well-equipped group studying fundamental properties of periaqueductal neuronal pathways and neuromodulation primarily in panic and anxiety including the aspect of sex differences.

Your profile

A research assistant candidate with a life science background and with a recent Masters graduation is preferred. Expertise in programming (Python, Matlab) is essential, documented experience in mouse behavior tests is preferred, experience in advanced data analysis, electrophysiology and/or imaging techniques will be considered and positively evaluated.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

https://ki.se/en/research/research-areas-centres-and-networks/research-groups/neuronal-circuits-of-anxiety-janos-fuzik-group

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest February 27th, 2025.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system. In this recruitment, you will apply with:

• CV

• Cover letter describing goals and motivations

• Scientific publications (if any)

• Contact information for 3 references

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all