The group of Daniela Pollak (IMP/IMBA adjunct investigator) is seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Researcher with a strong background in neuroscience and expertise in mouse optogenetics, chemogenetics, viral tracing, tissue clearing, and whole-brain microscopy.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team investigating the neural circuits underlying social and emotional behaviours in mouse models. Our lab integrates cutting-edge molecular and circuit-level approaches to understand how specific neuronal populations contribute to complex behaviours and neurological disorders.
Qualifications
- PhD in neuroscience, neurobiology, or a related field (or PhD defence date scheduled soon).
- Proven experience in:
- Mouse surgeries (stereotaxic injections of viral vectors, optogenetic/chemogenetic implantations).
- Viral tracing methods (anterograde and/or retrograde).
- Tissue clearing (e.g., iDISCO, CLARITY) and light-sheet/confocal microscopy of large volumes.
- Data analysis of high-dimensional imaging datasets.
- A strong publication record in relevant areas is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Motivation to develop novel protocols and push technical boundaries in circuit neuroscience.
How to apply
Please send your applicaiton to Daniela Pollak (daniela.pollak[at]imp.ac.at).
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