Overnight Neuroscience Postdoc Jobs (NOW HIRING)

• Perform comprehensive phenotyping and annotation of the Duke University SEEG database to support clinical and translational epilepsy research initiatives.
• Design, develop, and execute an independent research project exploring the relationship between sleep and epilepsy.
• Plan and conduct research studies involving patients undergoing SEEG monitoring.
• Design and implement intracranial electrical stimulation experiments to investigate neural mechanisms underlying epilepsy and sleep.
• Integrate clinical, electrophysiological, and sleep-related datasets to generate meaningful research insights.

• Analyze complex neurophysiological data derived from SEEG recordings, intracranial stimulation studies, and sleep evaluations.
• Apply quantitative and analytical approaches to interpret multimodal research data.
• Utilize programming and data analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, R, or related platforms when applicable.
• Support the development of innovative analytical methods for neurophysiological signal interpretation and epilepsy research.

• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
• Contribute to grant proposals, research reports, and collaborative scholarly projects.
• Communicate scientific findings effectively to multidisciplinary research teams and external audiences.
• Assist with mentorship and training activities for students, trainees, and research staff as appropriate.

• Collaborate closely with physicians, scientists, engineers, and research professionals across disciplines.
• Support a culture of scientific rigor, reproducibility, research integrity, and continuous learning.
• Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with applicable institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to innovative, patient-centered research aimed at improving epilepsy diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.

• Participate in research protocols conducted during overnight SEEG monitoring sessions.
• Support experimental studies that may require overnight data collection and patient monitoring activities.
• Thrive in a highly collaborative academic environment that values teamwork, innovation, and scientific excellence.

• MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy, Neuroscience, Neurology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise and training in stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG) interpretation for patients with epilepsy.
• Experience conducting intracranial EEG research within epilepsy populations.
• Knowledge of sleep physiology and sleep staging/scoring using established clinical standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and scientific communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary research environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of epilepsy presurgical evaluation and clinical SEEG interpretation.
• Experience designing or conducting human intracranial electrical stimulation studies.
• Programming and data analysis experience using MATLAB, Python, R, or comparable platforms.
• Familiarity with advanced neurophysiological signal processing techniques.
• Experience with quantitative EEG analysis methodologies.
• Strong publication record or evidence of scientific productivity through manuscripts, abstracts, or presentations.
• Experience contributing to grant development and collaborative research projects.

• Curious, innovative, and driven to advance epilepsy and sleep research.
• Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Passionate about translational neuroscience and improving patient care.
• Comfortable working with complex clinical and research datasets.
• Effective at communicating across clinical, technical, and scientific audiences.
• Skilled at balancing independent research with collaborative teamwork.
• Committed to scientific rigor, ethical research practices, and reproducible science.
• Willing and able to participate in overnight research protocols when needed.

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