The International Center for Primate Brain Research (ICPBR) is co-directed by Prof. Nikos Logothetis and Prof. Muming Poo, and is affiliated with the Center for Excellence in Brain Science and Intelligence Technology (CEBSIT) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) in Shanghai.
The Laboratory of Physiology of Cognitive Processes, led by Prof. Logothetis and Dr. Murayama, is seeking a highly motivated Experimental Research Assistant with experience in animal training and experimental work with macaque monkeys.
The laboratory aims to understand the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes in the primate brain, operating concurrently at micro-, meso-, and macroscopic levels. Our research combines multidisciplinary approaches and cutting-edge technologies, including multi-site electrophysiological recordings, electrical or optogenetic stimulation, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Assist in and perform animal training and experiments with both behaving and anesthetized macaque monkeys.
2. Assist in neurosurgical procedures involving macaque monkeys.
3. Assist with the installation, operation, and maintenance of experimental equipment, and communicate with equipment suppliers and maintenance service providers when necessary.
4. Perform other laboratory-related duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
Requirements:
1. Experience in animal handling, care, and training with macaque monkeys.
2. Bachelor’s degree or higher in neuroscience, veterinary science, or a related field.
3. Good spoken and written English communication skills.
4. Programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, C/C++, or related languages) are desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
ICPBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration and will be evaluated solely based on their abilities.
Salary, benefits, and employment terms follow CEBSIT/CAS regulations. We offer a competitive salary package, including health insurance and additional welfare benefits.
Contact:
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1) a Curriculum Vitae (English)
2) a cover letter (brief self-introduction and interests in English).
Please send application materials to the lab manager Ms. DAI Yihan 戴以晗 (yihan.dai@@icpbr.ac.cn) and the ICPBR Human Resources Assistant, Mr. WU Feng 吴枫 (feng.wu@@icpbr.ac.cn). For additional information, applicants may also contact the lab manager.
The email subject line should follow the format: “Name + Research Assistant – NKL Lab”.
All application materials will be kept confidential. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview arrangements.