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Postdoctoral Associate, Dorkenwald/Fiete Labs

Job Number: 25495
Functional Area: Research - Other
Department: McGovern Institute for Brain Research
School Area: Office of Provost
Pay Range Minimum: $71,000
Pay Range Maximum: $90,000

Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes
Schedule:
Pay Grade: No Grade

Posting Description
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, DORKENWALD/FIETE LABS, McGovern Institute, (two openings) to conduct interdisiplinary research on the relationship between neural circuit structure and function. This role involves developing computational models, connectome analyses, and theoretical approaches using published and ongoing neuroscience datasets. The associates will collaborate with neuroscientists and computer scientists to advance understanding of neural coding and circuit dynamics while contributing to publications, presentations, and mentorship within a highly collaborative research environment.

The full job description is available, here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14vuatOC6NKg9w4j91r_Zb6KF8lTxUoe5/view?usp=sharing

Job Requirements
REQUIRED: A PhD in neuroscience, computer science, or a related field; experience with using and building machine learning models, developing and validating computational analysis workflows, and developing circuit models is preferred; excellent communication and teamwork skills; attention to detail; excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, documentation, communication, and time-management skills; self-motivation and ability to work independently; and ability to work as part of a tightly-knit team.

2/17/2026