Post-Doctoral Fellow in Physiology and Biophysics

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Physiology and Biophysics

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow

Position #00854142 – Requisition #41553

Job Summary:

The Eissa lab is seeking to hire a postdoctoral fellow. The
position will focus on the collection, analysis, and modeling of
intracranial neural recordings from epilepsy patients performing
cognitive tasks. The lab is located within the University of
Colorado School of Medicine Department of Physiology &
Biophysics and the Aurora/Denver Anschutz Medical campus.
Postdoctoral fellows will benefit from a multidisciplinary,
vibrant, open, and collegial department. The Eissa lab provides
rich opportunities to interact with other biophysics and physiology
laboratories within the department, also with an even larger
collection of computational and translational neuroscience
laboratories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop pipeline for collecting and processing intracranial

recordings across multiple institutions

• Run behavioral tasks with patients
• Data analysis and modeling
• Oral communication of preliminary results at lab meetings
• Oral and written communication of completed work at national or

international meetings.

• Create figures and write papers
• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and

other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions

• Independently and creatively identify laboratory

solutions

• Independently review, develop and implement new or modified

laboratory techniques required for research projects

• Provide laboratory science expertise and leadership in study

design, study oversight, data management, data analysis and
manuscript preparation to assist all levels of investigators,
researchers and clinicians on new research activities across a wide
range of disciplines

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Dr. Tahra Eissa's laboratory is part of the Department of
Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Colorado Anschutz
Medical Campus School of Medicine, which is known for its highly
collaborative environment with many opportunities to interact with
other sensory systems, behavior and decision making, and
computational neuroscience groups.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package.
To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows,
please visit:

·
Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows |
University of Colorado (cu.edu)

·
benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, computer science, or a closely related

field

• A record of first-author publications in high-caliber field

journal.

• Experience in the field of physiology, neuroscience, physics,

computer science, or biology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) – Three (3) years of prior experience in a

computational neuroscience or systems neuroscience lab

• Experience in coding, electrophysiology (human intracranial

preferred), behavioral quantification and modeling, Bayesian
inference approaches, neural network modeling, signal, and grant or
protocol application and management.

• Experience with research design, development of research

hypotheses, collaborative multi-site research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety

procedures and techniques

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and

orally

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working

relationships with employees at all levels throughout the
institution

• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol

information

• Knowledge of computational and systems neuroscience

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they
relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three professional references, including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Tahra Eissa, Tahra.Eissa@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
December 1, 2026 . Those who do not apply by this date may
or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this
position has been established as

$65,000 - $70,000/year FT

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not
eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to
creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect
and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

ADA Statement:

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with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
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