The Francis Crick Institute, a leading biomedical research center in London, is offering two exciting research positions in the lab of Group Leader Petr Znamenskiy. These roles are part of a European Research Council (ERC)-funded project focused on understanding how the brain constructs a 3D internal model of the visual scene, specifically investigating how different types of neurons in the visual cortex infer the 3D-location of visual cues from motion parallax.

Postdoctoral Fellow: This position will involve dissecting the specialization of cortical neurons in estimating the depth of visual stimuli. The research will utilize advanced techniques such as multiphoton calcium imaging in virtual reality environments and molecular connectomics. Applicants should have a PhD in neuroscience or a related field, with relevant experience in these or similar methodologies.

Data Scientist: The successful candidate will build and apply multimodal analysis pipelines to link in vivo functional properties, gene expression, and connectivity of single neurons. Applicants from neuroscience, computer science, or related backgrounds are encouraged to apply. A PhD is optional, and the lab welcomes talented applicants from various career stages with strong skills in data analysis and neural data integration.

Both positions are fully funded by an ERC grant, covering salary and research expenses. The research environment at The Francis Crick Institute offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant scientific community. The project is ideal for candidates interested in visual neuroscience, 3D vision, motion parallax, cortical neuron function, and advanced data science applications in biology.

To apply, candidates should review the detailed job descriptions and submit their applications through the provided links to The Francis Crick Institute's recruitment portal. Required documents typically include a CV and supporting materials relevant to the position. For more information about the lab and research focus, visit Petr Znamenskiy's academic and LinkedIn profiles.