Postdoctoral Associate (Puxeddu Lab)

Blacksburg, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

The postdoctoral researcher will conduct independent and collaborative research on projects involving brain network analysis including investigations on the Drosophila connectome and/or development of computational and methodological tools for network neuroscience. The candidate is expected to contribute to publications collaborate with other lab members and external collaborators.

Required Qualifications

PhD in neuroscience physics computer science applied mathematics biomedical
engineering or a related quantitative field. PhD awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.

Experience in computational data analysis and scientific programming (e.g. Python
MATLAB or similar).
Demonstrated research productivity through peer-reviewed publications or preprints.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in network science or network neuroscience.
Experience analyzing neural connectivity or large biological datasets.
Background in connectomics computational neuroscience or complex systems.
Experience developing computational tools or analysis pipelines.
Interest or experience in co-mentoring students.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40 hours - exempt position

Review Date

5/1/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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Job DescriptionThe postdoctoral researcher will conduct independent and collaborative research on projects involving brain network analysis including investigations on the Drosophila connectome and/or development of computational and methodological tools for network neuroscience. The candidate is ex...