Specialist

Responsibilities include: Development and optimization of electroplating approaches for 512-channel flexible probes Preparation of probes for implantation Surgical implantation of probes in rats (in collaboration with Neural Thread) Collection and analysis of electrophysiological data Quantitative evaluation and benchmarking of probe performance Training Astera personnel in flexible probe implantation techniques and experimental procedures in rats Contributing to the refinement and next-generation development of flexible neural recording technologies.

Required Qualifications: Junior Specialist - Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience Assistant Specialist - Master's degree or a baccalaureate degree with 3 or more years of research experience Associate Specialist - Master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization Full Specialist - terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization Experience with or willingness to learn rodent surgical procedures for neural implants Experience working with rodents or other animal models. Experience with data analysis in python Strong experimental and quantitative problem-solving abilities Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with rodent surgery, In vivo electrophysiological data collection, and Neurophysiological data analysis Please apply online in AP Recruit. See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $57,000-$201,700.