Research Fellow in Biohybrid Systems & Neural Interfaces - Harvard Bionics Lab
Harvard University
Position
| Title | Research Fellow in Biohybrid Systems & Neural Interfaces – Harvard Bionics Lab |
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| School | Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences |
| Department/Area | Bioengineering |
| Position Description | The Harvard Bionics Lab is seeking a Research Fellow to support experimental and translational research at the interface of neural engineering, bioelectronics, and physiology. The role focuses on developing and evaluating sensing technologies for peripheral nerve and organ interfacing, with an emphasis on in vivo rodent (rat/mouse) models. The Research Fellow will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to design, build, and test sensor systems for recording neural and physiological signals. Responsibilities include conducting survival surgeries in rodents, performing electrophysiological recordings, developing and prototyping sensing hardware, and executing structured data collection protocols. The candidate will contribute to experiments involving nerve interfacing, signal acquisition, and biomarker-driven systems. This includes working with peripheral nerves, muscles, and/or organ systems to quantify physiological responses and neural activity. The role will also involve analyzing datasets, maintaining rigorous experimental documentation, and supporting iterative device development. A significant portion of the work will require hands-on experimentation, including rodent handling, surgical procedures, and electrophysiology. The candidate is expected to operate independently within defined protocols and contribute to troubleshooting and optimization of experimental systems. |
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| Contact Information | Allison Choat |
| Contact Email | achoat@g.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | $50,000 – $70,000 Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field. |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 2 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
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Applicant Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research