Research Scientist - Computational Neuroscience
Astera
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Location
Remote
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
- Develop biologically plausible computational models of neural circuits and brain function.
- Analyze large-scale neural and behavioral datasets to inform and evaluate computational models.
- Propose and pursue original research directions advancing understanding of brain computation.
- Document and communicate research findings through publications and presentations.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role advances our understanding of brain computation, which can inspire novel AI algorithms and contribute to scientific progress that benefits society.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- Ph.D. or equivalent expertise in Computational Neuroscience, Neuroscience, or related discipline.
- Experience programming in Python and familiarity with scientific computing libraries (Jax, PyTorch, NumPy, SciPy).
- Research experience in systems, computational, and theoretical neuroscience.
- Experience with data analysis, statistics, or machine learning workflows.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and location. The posted wage range is based on Bay Area location. Benefits summary available.