Join the Team!
Our lab is seeking dedicated and highly motivated researchers of all stages to join our team, including Graduate Students, Postdocs, Visiting Scholars, Research Assistants, and Undergraduate. We strive to provide a supportive environment and value to the continued growth and success of all lab personnel.
Research Assistant (start by Sep 2024)
We are looking for a 12-month Research Assistant to study the project "Neurophysiological Basis of Impaired Visual Processing in Optic Nerve Damage and Recovery", with the start date on Sep 2024. The project aims to develop a comprehensive in vivo assessment of visual processing in animals with optic nerve damage. The RA will apply integrated functional analysis such as ERG and in vivo calcium imaging to assess the changes of visual processing in the eye and visual cortex before and after optic nerve injuries, and test the therapeutic efficacy of a VGF-derivative neuropeptide in promoting functional recovery. The project also bears the potential for a 3-year PhD studentship starting by September 2025.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Physiology, or a related field, with a Master’s degree being highly desirable. Demonstrable experience in conducting animal surgeries, particularly in rodent models, is essential (with active PIL). Proficiency in in vivo imaging techniques such as calcium imaging and optomotor assays is desirable but not required. The candidate should have strong motivation to learn and work, and ideally analytical skills and experience with data analysis software such as MATLAB or Python. Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Interested candidates should submit a CV, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation for the role, and contact information for two references to by Aug 31 2024. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Jennifer Sun at jennifer.sun@ucl.ac.uk.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Physiology, or a related field, with a Master’s degree being highly desirable. Demonstrable experience in conducting animal surgeries, particularly in rodent models, is essential (with active PIL). Proficiency in in vivo imaging techniques such as calcium imaging and optomotor assays is desirable but not required. The candidate should have strong motivation to learn and work, and ideally analytical skills and experience with data analysis software such as MATLAB or Python. Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Interested candidates should submit a CV, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation for the role, and contact information for two references to by Aug 31 2024. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Jennifer Sun at jennifer.sun@ucl.ac.uk.
Graduate student
We are actively looking for motivated graduate students to conduct PhD- or Master- level research in the lab. We welcome inquiries for self-funded PhD studies (with the potential for UCL or Institutional fellwoship). We have several immediate short-term Master projects focusing on neural data analysis, imaging processing, and computational modeling (short-term projects). Please send a CV, a one-page research interest, transcripts for inquiry.
We strongly encourage competitive graduate students consider the Master / PhD programs hosted by UCL in neuroscience-related fields. These include:
We strongly encourage competitive graduate students consider the Master / PhD programs hosted by UCL in neuroscience-related fields. These include:
Postdoc
We welcome highly motivated postdocs to inquire about the potential openings and fellowship opportunities (research fellowship opportunity). Applicants should be nearing completion or already hold a PhD or MD degree with experience in Neurobiology, Biology, Engineering or other related fields. A strong quantitative background with analytical skills in systems neuroscience, and/or experimental skills in optical imaging or electrophysiology are desirable. Please send a CV, a one-page statement of research interests and skills, and contact information for three references.
Visiting scholar
International visiting scholars at all stages (Msc, PhD, MD, etc) are welcome to contact us for potential collaboration and training experience. Please include CV and briefly describe your research interests.
Research Assistant
We welcome inquires for research assistant / technician opportunities to assist with hardware design and equipment set up, control software optimization, and data analysis.
Undergraduate
Highly motivated UCL undergrads with a major in Engineering, Computer Science, Neuroscience, Psychology, or other related fields are encouraged to reach out for potential research experience and thesis project. Please send a CV and transcripts with brief description of your research interest.