{"id":183755,"date":"2025-05-12T11:14:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T09:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bordeaux-neurocampus.fr\/two-post-doctoral-positions-in-systems-neuroscience\/"},"modified":"2025-05-12T11:14:58","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T09:14:58","slug":"two-post-doctoral-positions-in-systems-neuroscience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bordeaux-neurocampus.fr\/en\/two-post-doctoral-positions-in-systems-neuroscience\/","title":{"rendered":"Two post doctoral positions in Systems Neuroscience"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Takahashi lab at the Interdisciplinary Institute for Neuroscience (IINS \u2013 UMR 5927), part of the Bordeaux Neurocampus, is seeking two postdocs. Our lab, \u201cNeural Basis of Perception,\u201d investigates how cortical circuits process somatosensory information to shape tactile perception in mice (https:\/\/www.iins.u-bordeaux.fr\/TAKAHASHI<\/a>). We welcome applications from those passionate about exploring:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cortical top-down mechanisms in tactile perception
    \nInvestigate 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<\/em>, 2016; Takahashi et al., Nat Neurosci<\/em>, 2020).<\/li>\n
  2. Adaptive cortical processes in embodiment
    \nUsing an artificial whisker developed by our lab, we investigate \u201cembodiment\u201d in mice, opening new avenues to understand adaptive cortical processes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    To uncover these mechanisms at both cellular and systems levels, we use a wide range of in vivo <\/em>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.<\/p>\n

    Located within the Bordeaux Neurocampus\u2014a dynamic hub of over 700 neuroscientists\u2014our lab is fully equipped with in vivo <\/em>two-photon and wide-field one-photon microscopes, and Neuropixels recording systems, with access to additional cutting-edge facilities on campus, including the Bordeaux Imaging Center (BIC). Candidates will benefit from an internationally connected, vibrant environment, including CAJAL Advanced Neuroscience Training courses (https:\/\/cajal-training.org\/<\/a>) hosted by the Neurocampus, and an open, collaborative lab culture committed to advancing each team member’s scientific career.<\/p>\n

    What we offer:<\/p>\n

    Join a dynamic, internationally diverse team. Initial postdoc contracts are for 2 years, with potential for extension. Salaries are based on the CNRS salary grid and adjusted for experience.<\/p>\n

    Requirements:<\/p>\n