Postdoctoral Scholar in Human Intracranial Basal Ganglia Neurophysiology, Cognition & Adaptive DBS

We (The Oehrn Lab, https://oehrnlab.ucdavis.edu/) are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar with advanced skills in neural data analysis to investigate basal ganglia-cortical networks involved in cognitive and emotional processing. Our research combines intracranial recordings from patients with Parkinson's disease implanted with sensing-enabled deep brain stimulation (DBS) devices and high-density EEG.

You will work with unique datasets recorded invasively from the subthalamic nucleus, globus pallidus, and thalamus, and non-invasively from the cortex during tasks probing motor, cognitive, and emotional functions. The project involves developing novel stimulation strategies, including closed-loop (adaptive) DBS for non-motor symptoms. One focus is on at-home intracranial recordings during cognitive and affective processing to study brain function in everyday life.

This position offers the opportunity to:

• Analyze intracranial and EEG signals using advanced computational tools
• Develop and refine neuromodulation strategies
• Collaborate in a highly interdisciplinary, translational environment
• Contribute to precision neurostimulation research with direct clinical relevance

We are seeking a researcher with the following qualifications:

• PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroengineering, computer science, neuroscience, or related field
• Strong experience in signal processing and programming (MATLAB or Python required)
• Proficiency in analyzing neural data using statistical and machine learning methods
• First-author publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Enthusiasm for translational, patient-centered neuroscience research

Our research takes place in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and translational environment at the intersection of neuroscience, medicine, and engineering, with the goal of advancing precision neuromodulation to comprehensively improve motor and non-motor symptoms in neurological disorders.

Start date is flexible, but we encourage applications as soon as possible. To apply, please email your CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references.