Neurosurgery

Opportunities

Postdoctoral position in invasive human neurophysiology during deep brain stimulation surgery 

The UCLA Surgical Neuromodulation and Brain Mapping Lab, under the direction of Dr. Bari in the UCLA Department of Neurosurgery, is recruiting a motivated and talented postdoctoral fellow to join an interdisciplinary team to study invasive human neurophysiology. This position is funded by the NIH. The project involves the analysis and interpretation of intraoperative and extra-operative human neuronal recordings via deep brain stimulation electrodes, depth electrodes, and/or invasive electrocorticography.

The successful candidate is expected to have existing experience with processing both single neuron and local field potential data, be team players and collaborate closely with other team members (both within UCLA and across our collaborative multi-site network). The applicants must have a previous track record specifically in analysis of intracranial neuronal recordings as they relate to reward processing, addiction and pain. Applicants without this prerequisite experience will not be considered. In addition, experience with mathematical and statistical modeling, machine learning and programming is a plus.

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualified candidates should have a PhD degree with a publication track record and have previous experience in: 

  • Neuronal signal processing/time series analysis 
  • Analysis single unit data
  • Experience with experimental paradigms involving reward, addiction and/or pain physiology
  • Electrophysiology (EEG/ECoG) analysis 
  • Statistical computing analyses 
  • Mathematical modeling 

Candidates should have deep experience with Matlab and Python. Experience with UNIX-based operating systems and coding experience is a plus.

Interested candidates should contact [email protected] with questions or submit a letter of interest, CV, and at least 2 references.

Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows

Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows: If you are interested in learning about possible research opportunities, please send a research statement, CV, and a letter of recommendation to [email protected]. 

Undergraduates and Medical Students

Thank you for your interest in the Surgical Neuromodulation and Brain Mapping Lab. Given the large number of requests from students regarding volunteer opportunities in the lab, there is currently one year waitlist. Pre-requisites include knowledge of basic human neuroanatomy and neurobiology at the undergrad level, math proficiency including statistics and linear algebra, and basic Matlab and/or Python skills. There is also a minimum time commitment of 6 months. Potential students will be asked to submit a two-page project proposal relevant to their interests and the overall research mission. All inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

Shadowing Policy

Due to the current Health System policy shadowing is ONLY permitted if it is part of a UCLA Health/DGSOM Formalized and Approved Shadowing Program’s designated and assigned SHIFT.