Postdoc position in Systems Neuroscience

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Working place: Interdisciplinary Institute for Neuroscience (IINS)

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The Takahashi lab at the Interdisciplinary Institute for Neuroscience (IINS – UMR 5927), part of the Bordeaux Neurocampus, is seeking motivated postdocs. Our lab, “Neural Basis of Perception,” investigates how cortical circuits process somatosensory information to shape tactile perception in mice (https://www.iins.u-bordeaux.fr/TAKAHASHI). We welcome applications from individuals passionate about exploring:

1. Cortical top-down mechanisms in tactile perception
   Investigate how higher-order cortical areas modulate primary somatosensory cortex (S1) activity, allowing mice to detect behaviorally relevant stimuli in noisy sensory environments. This project aims to elucidate cortical top-down control of perceptual thresholds for detecting tactile stimuli in mice (see Takahashi et al., Science, 2016; Takahashi et al., Nat Neurosci, 2020).
2. Adaptive cortical processes in embodiment
   Using a novel artificial whisker developed by our lab, we investigate “embodiment” in mice, opening new avenues to understand adaptive cortical processes.

To uncover these mechanisms at both cellular and systems levels, we use a wide range of in vivo techniques, including two-photon and wide-field one-photon imaging, Neuropixels recordings, optogenetics, and chemogenetics, combined with head-fixed mouse behavior. These projects are fully funded by ANR 2024, FRM Team 2024, and Cercle FSER.

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• PhD (or near completion) in experimental or computational neuroscience
• Experience with in vivo imaging or electrophysiology in rodents (advantageous)
• Proficiency in Matlab or Python programming
• Strong motivation, commitment, and teamwork skills
• Excellent communication skills in English (oral and writing)
• Although the position is fully funded, every person in our lab is encouraged to apply for personal grants if eligible

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