Overview
OIST's Memory Research Unit is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to study memory stability, neural-state transitions and network reorganization using systems-neuroscience methods.
Complete research opportunity details
The researcher will lead projects, design experiments, analyze data, contribute to publications and mentor trainees where appropriate. Methods used by the unit include in vivo electrophysiology, calcium imaging, mouse behavior, advanced microscopy and computational analysis. The full-time fixed-term appointment is initially two years and may be renewed. OIST states an expected annual salary of JPY 4.6M–5.9M.
Eligibility requirements
PhD in neuroscience, biology or a related experimental discipline; strong interest in systems neuroscience and neural-circuit function; English fluency and demonstrated research productivity.
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Verification notes
Primary OIST careers page checked on 2026-09-09 UTC. It lists a 30 September 2026 deadline, notes the posting can close once filled, and states an expected annual salary of JPY 4.6M–5.9M. No deadline time is stated, so only deadline_date is populated.
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