Welcome to the Recruitment

The Paris Brain Institute (ICM) is a private foundation recognized as being of public utility, whose purpose is fundamental and clinical research on the nervous system. On the same site, 800 researchers, engineers and doctors cover all the disciplines of neurology, with the aim of accelerating discoveries on the functioning of the brain and the development of treatments for diseases such as: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, depression, paraplegia, tetraplegia, etc.

POSITION

How do brains of social beings make sense of their societies ?

The Neurophysiology of Social Cognition Group at the Paris Brain Institute led by Julia Sliwa is looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher interested in studying the neural basis of social cognition. We are investigating the neural and neuronal mechanisms that represent monkey social network structure and transform social percepts into social knowledge. We use a combination of ethological tests in primates, neuroimaging (fMRI), neurophysiology, and large datasets analyses to pursue these questions : www.sliwalab.org

Mission :

In these projects, the highly motivated postdoctoral researchers will bridge novel approaches to examine brain networks at play during social perception and social cognition. In one project, one postdoc will work on the neural representation of social network in the brain of primates from a semi-free ranging group and combining neuroimaging with ethological tests and large datasets analyses. In a second project, one postdoc will investigate how different sensory modalities, including the understudied senses of olfaction and touch, give rise to same social concepts about individuals by using a combination of neuroimaging and neurophysiology. These approaches would be a first step to begin understanding the neural mechanisms underpinning the creation of social concepts in primates. 

PROFILE

The 2 projects lie at the intersection between neuroscience, ethology and large data sets analysis. They will be perfectly fitted for outstanding and highly motivated postdoctoral researchers (w/m) who share a passion for neuroscience, data science, primate societies. Candidates should have a PhD in neuroscience or related field, and prior experience, evidenced by a publication or preprint, in in vivo neurophysiology or fMRI in non-human primates, strong quantitative, programming (Python, Matlab or a similar language), and experimental skills. International applications are welcome. A good command of English is required, fluency in French is not requested.

Position :

The positions are available starting November 2023 with an initial appointment for 3 years. Start-dates are flexible. Extensions beyond 3 years are possible. The positions are fully-funded by an ERC Starting Grant (NEURO-SOCIETY, PI: Sliwa) and an ANR grant. Competitive salaries will be offered. The applicants will be able to apply for personal fellowships if they wish so (HFSP, Marie-Sklodowska Curie, etc.).

Application :

Candidates should send their curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, representative publications, and the names and contact information of two references who are able to comment on their academic background and who have agreed to be contacted to recrutement@icm-institute.org. Applications will be considered until December 2023. Informal enquiries are welcome to Julia.sliwa@icm-institute.org.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated research technician to join our team Neuronal Circuits & Brain Dynamics at the Paris Brain Institute (ICM). Our work focuses on unraveling the fascinating mysteries of how the brain generates internal states and how neuromodulators, such as dopamine and serotonin, influence neuronal activity during behavior. To achieve our goals, we employ state-of-the-art techniques, including behavioral, optogenetic, imaging, electrophysiological, and genetic approaches in mice.

Profile:

• We are searching for a science enthusiast who recognizes the importance of the foundational work that keeps a lab thriving.
• Responsibility, attention to detail, and high motivation.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills are a must.
• As a valuable team member, you will tackle lab-related issues independently, fostering a friendly and dedicated work environment.
• Your record-keeping and computer skills will be essential, as will your fluency in English. Fluency in French is a plus.
• While prior experience in specific neuroscience techniques (such as stereotaxic surgeries, behavior, and histology) is advantageous, it is not mandatory, as training will be provided.
• However, candidates should have completed relevant technical training or hold a university degree in biological sciences (or equivalent).
• Applicants with an M.Sc. or Ph.D. are encouraged to apply.
• A desire to learn new techniques and apply them with high standards, coupled with a strong work ethic and reliability, will be crucial.
• Experience in neuroscience techniques such as stereotaxic surgeries, behavioral experimentation, and histological processing is highly desired.

Main Responsibilities:

• As a research technician, you are at the epicenter of our research activities and you will serve as a point of reference of the lab know-how across generations of lab members.
• As a hands-on research technician, your primary responsibilities will include organizing the laboratory, maintaining basic lab infrastructure, performing routine tasks, regularly updating lab databases, ensuring the lab runs efficiently, and contributing to the team’s research efforts.

• Collaborating closely with the team, you will contribute to ongoing research projects and you will conduct behavioral and optogenetic experiments, carry out stereotaxic surgeries, and handle histological processing, including tissue slicing, immunostaining, and fluorescent microscopy.

• You will be responsible for learning, developing, and passing on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the techniques utilized in our lab.
• Additionally, in coordination with the head of the animal facility, you will supervise and ensure adherence to animal welfare guidelines, as well as maintain project permits and annual reports.
• This role provides the opportunity to lead and participate in research projects to the extent of your desire.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits within an interactive, interdisciplinary working environment, where cutting-edge science thrives and a dynamic, international research community awaits. As part of your role, you will receive extensive training in traditional and cutting-edge neuroscience techniques related to mice.

If you are eager to join our vibrant research community and contribute to groundbreaking

discoveries, we warmly welcome your application. The position is available immediately, with the potential for a permanent contract based on performance.

If you would like to know more, visit our website: neuronaldynamics.eu and read about our team’s mission and values.

Why join our team:

• We are a young and vibrant group of scientists, fueled by curiosity and passion for understanding the brain.
• We work as a team and use or invent cutting-edge neurotechnologies to answer fundamental questions in neuroscience.
• Our team is committed to the training, mentorship, and career development of the next generation of neuroscientists. To achieve that, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment, where we can learn and advance science while having fun in the process.
• Our work is multi-disciplinary, and so is our team. Irrespective of your background and project, our research environment will expose you to a diverse range of experimental and computational aspects of systems and circuits neuroscience. We thus encourage everyone to apply, especially those from underrepresented minorities.
• Our team is affiliated with Inserm and is located in the Paris Brain Institute (ICM), where we have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Our vibrant community at the ICM and throughout Paris promotes broad collaboration and learning opportunities.

How to apply:

If you are eager to join our vibrant research community and contribute to groundbreaking

discoveries, we warmly welcome your application. The position is available immediately, with the potential for a permanent contract based on performance.

Please send a statement of your past work and interests, your CV, and contact information for 1-3 references to the address: contact@neuronaldynamics.eu

We invite applications for Ph.D. students to join our team Neuronal Circuits & Brain Dynamics at the Paris Brain Institute (ICM) to study the principles of neuronal circuit organization and brain dynamics.
If you are fueled by motivation, enthusiasm, and an insatiable curiosity, interested in
experimental or computational systems and circuits neuroscience, and seeking an environment that nurtures your potential, encourages collaboration, and provides exceptional research opportunities, we invite you to consider joining our lab.
Our team values diversity and welcomes researchers from all backgrounds and profiles.
If your project ideas align with our research focus, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

Research Topics

We are interested in how neuronal circuits are organized and how the collective action of
neurons gives rise to the emergent complex brain dynamics and behavior. We focus on how neurochemicals and bodily signals influence the brain.
▪ We study how the simultaneous release of neuromodulators influences the activity of
neurons and the coordination of brain regions
▪ We also study how bodily signals, such as breathing, serve as fundamental elements of
the oscillatory circuit architecture
▪ We employ our approach to study the brain dynamics during behavior and sleep and
their involvement in the transformation of fleeting experiences into long-term memories
To answer these fundamental questions about the nature and function of the brain, we combine a range of cutting-edge neurotechnologies that enable us to observe and control the activity of the brain. We aim to identify and explore the fundamental principles of neural circuit organization and apply our understanding for the improvement of the human condition.
Pure experimental, as well as computational/theoretical, or hybrid projects are available,
depending on your interest and skills.

Profile

We are particularly interested in students with background in neuroscience, physics,
mathematics, computer science, biology, or engineering.
The ability to approach research questions through a quantitative lens and experience in
programming are crucial for our team. While previous experience in neuroscience is not a
requirement, it is a strong plus.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals that have been traditionally
underrepresented in the sciences.

Opportunities

As a graduate student in our group, you will have the chance to contribute to exciting
discoveries, gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art techniques, and work alongside experienced researchers.
Collaboration and mentorship are at the heart of our lab’s culture.
We believe that working together leads to better science and enriching experience. As a
graduate student in our lab, you will have the invaluable opportunity to work closely with
postdoctoral researchers who will help your research and foster your intellectual growth. By working together with your peers, you will have the chance to share ideas, problem-solve together, and gain fresh perspectives. Together, we will create an environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential.
In addition, you will be enrolled in the Sorbonne graduate school and ICM student community, through which you will have access to a host of training opportunities and career development resources, as well as a range of social activities to ensure a well-rounded experience.

Why join our team

• We are a young and vibrant group of scientists, fueled by curiosity and passion for
understanding the brain.
• We work as a team and use or invent cutting-edge neurotechnologies to answer
fundamental questions in neuroscience.
• Our team is committed to the training, mentorship, and career development of the next
generation of neuroscientists. To achieve that, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment, where we can learn and advance science while having fun in the process.
• Our work is multi-disciplinary, and so is our team. Irrespective of your background and
project, our research environment will expose you to a diverse range of experimental
and computational aspects of systems and circuits neuroscience. We thus encourage everyone to apply, especially those from underrepresented minorities.
• Working in our team will provide you with invaluable experience across all stages of
research and you will have the opportunity to engage in experiment design and
execution, method development, software design, and data analysis, as well as
publishing and communicating research results.
• Our team is affiliated with Inserm and is located in the Paris Brain Institute (ICM),
where we have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Our vibrant community at the ICM and throughout Paris promotes broad collaboration
and learning opportunities.

If you would like to know more, visit our website: neuronaldynamics.eu and read about our
team’s mission and values.

How to apply
If you are eager to join our vibrant research community and contribute to groundbreaking
discoveries, we warmly welcome your application.
Please send a statement of your past work and future research interests, your CV, and contact information for 1-3 references to the address: contact@neuronaldynamics.eu

We invite applications for postdoctoral researchers to join our team Neuronal Circuits & Brain
Dynamics at the Paris Brain Institute (ICM) to study the principles of neuronal circuit
organization and brain dynamics.
If you are an ambitious and driven researcher, interested in experimental or computational
systems and circuits neuroscience, and seeking an environment that fosters intellectual and
professional growth, we invite you to consider joining our team. Together, we’ll make a lasting
impact on science and pave the way for your successful research career.
Our team values diversity and welcomes researchers from all backgrounds and profiles.
If your project ideas align with our research focus, we encourage you to get in touch with us.
Research Topics
We are interested in how neuronal circuits are organized and how the collective action of
neurons gives rise to the emergent complex brain dynamics and behavior.
We focus on how neurochemicals and bodily signals influence the brain.
▪ We study how the simultaneous release of neuromodulators influences the activity of
neurons and the coordination of brain regions
▪ We also study how bodily signals, such as breathing, serve as fundamental elements of
the oscillatory circuit architecture
▪ We employ our approach to study the brain dynamics during behavior and sleep and
their involvement in the transformation of fleeting experiences into long-term
memories

To answer these fundamental questions about the nature and function of the brain, we combine a range of cutting-edge neurotechnologies that enable us to observe and control the activity of the brain. We aim to identify and explore the fundamental principles of neural circuit organization and apply our understanding for the improvement of the human condition.
Pure experimental, as well as computational/theoretical, or hybrid projects are available,
depending on your interest and skills.

Profile
We are particularly interested in researchers with one or more of the following:
• Background in neuroscience, physics, mathematics, computer science, or biology
• Experience with rodent neuroscience
• Experience with in vivo or slice electrophysiology, or 1P/2P imaging
• Experience with behavioral experimentation
Quantitative spirit and proficiency in data analysis and programming are essential for success
in our lab.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals that have been traditionally
underrepresented in the sciences.

Opportunities

As a postdoctoral researcher in our group:
• You will be an integral part of shaping our research direction and team culture. You
will engage in exciting and meaningful research and will have access to all the tools
necessary to push the boundaries of scientific exploration, with our cutting-edge
techniques and state-of-the-art facilities.
• You will have the opportunity to mentor graduate and master’s students. This role
enhances your leadership and communication skills while you contribute to the growth
of the next generation of scientists. By guiding and collaborating with these aspiring
researchers, you contribute to the collective knowledge and expertise of the team.
Mentoring fosters a supportive and enriching atmosphere that reduces the mental strain
of working alone on a project, as you can share ideas, problem-solve together, and gain
fresh perspectives.
• You will have ample opportunities to develop vital skills for your future academic
career, such as mentoring, grant writing, presenting your work, publishing papers, and
leading projects to completion. In parallel, you will gain invaluable first-hand
experience in setting up and managing a young research team.
• We encourage participation in conferences and workshops, where you can present your
research findings to the wider scientific community.

Why join our team

• We are a young and vibrant group of scientists, fueled by curiosity and passion for
understanding the brain. We work as a team and use or invent cutting-edge
neurotechnologies to answer fundamental questions in neuroscience.
• Our team is committed to the training, mentorship, and career development of the next
generation of neuroscientists. To achieve that, we foster an inclusive and supportive
environment, where we can learn and advance science while having fun in the process.
• Our work is multi-disciplinary, and so is our team. Irrespective of your background and
project, our research environment will expose you to a diverse range of experimental
and computational aspects of systems and circuits neuroscience. We thus encourage
everyone to apply, especially those from underrepresented minorities.
• Working in our team will provide you with invaluable experience across all stages of
research and you will have the opportunity to engage in experiment design and
execution, method development, software design, and data analysis, as well as
publishing and communicating research results.
• Our team is affiliated with Inserm and is located in the Paris Brain Institute (ICM),
where we have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Our vibrant community at the ICM and throughout Paris promotes broad collaboration
and learning opportunities.
If you would like to know more, visit our website: neuronaldynamics.eu and read about our
team’s mission and values.

How to apply
If you are eager to join our vibrant research community and contribute to groundbreaking
discoveries, we warmly welcome your application.
Please send a statement of your past work and future research interests, your CV, and contact
information for 1-3 references to the address: contact@neuronaldynamics.eu

If you are a data scientist, programmer, or engineer, with a keen interest in helping to
understand the brain, consider joining our team Neuronal Circuits & Brain Dynamics at the
Paris Brain Institute (ICM).
We study the principles of neuronal circuit organization and brain dynamics. Our work focuses
on unraveling the fascinating mysteries of how the brain generates internal states and how
neuromodulators, such as dopamine and serotonin, influence neuronal activity and
communication between brain regions during behavior.
To achieve our goals, we perform large-scale recordings from thousands of neurons
simultaneously using multimodal recordings, including electrophysiological or optical imaging
approaches. We employ state-of-the-art techniques, including behavioral, optogenetic,
imaging, electrophysiological, and genetic approaches in mice to record and manipulate the
brain activity during behavior.
Using this unprecedented data, we will be able to understand information flow in the brain in
ways that would be unimaginable only a few years ago. However, the scale and complexity
of this data provide major challenges and unique opportunities.
We are looking for computationally-orientated researchers to join our team as temporary or
permanent staff members, to help us develop methods to interact and analyze our multi-
dimensional neurophysiological and behavioral data, and to develop innovative analysis
approaches and efficient processing pipelines, to accelerate the progress of our research on our
path to understanding the brain.
As a data analyst in our group, you will interact closely with experimentalists and contribute
crucially to the research.
Our team values diversity and welcomes researchers from all backgrounds and profiles.
If your profile aligns with our research needs, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

Profile

• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills
• Interest in neuronal dynamics and computation, behavior, and neural circuits
• Ability to analyze multi-dimensional and multi-modal data
• PhD or MSc in neuroscience, data science, computer science, applied mathematics,
physics, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
• Experience with computational statistics, data modeling and analysis, signal
processing, and modern machine-learning methods
• Solid programming skills and ability to write high-quality, reusable code in Python or
Matlab
• Experience with software development (e.g., version control, unit testing, databases) is
preferable

Main responsibilities

• Organize data management pipeline
• Analyze neurophysiological and behavioral data
• Develop analysis methods and software tools to facilitate the analysis of multi-modal
and multi-dimensional neurophysiological data
• Implement cutting-edge data science approaches (statistical, computational, and ML)
for complex neuroscience problems
• Create robust and efficient data pipelines to extract, transform, and visualize data
• Develop, test, and implement scientific software (e.g., for reproducible analysis
pipelines and data storage)
• Interact with experimentalists to design experiments and implement analyses
• Analyze current technologies, algorithms, models, and methods
• As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other teams,
attend trainings, mentor students, have independent projects, and present at major
relevant conferences (Cosyne, NeurIPS).

We offer competitive compensation and benefits within an interactive, interdisciplinary
working environment, where cutting-edge science thrives and a dynamic, international research
community awaits.
If you would like to know more, visit our website: neuronaldynamics.eu and read about our
team’s mission and values.

Why join our team

• We are a young and vibrant group of scientists, fueled by curiosity and passion for
understanding the brain. We work as a team and use or invent cutting-edge
neurotechnologies to answer fundamental questions in neuroscience.
• Our team is committed to the training, mentorship, and career development of the next
generation of neuroscientists. To achieve that, we foster an inclusive and supportive
environment, where we can learn and advance science while having fun in the process.
• Our work is multi-disciplinary, and so is our team. Irrespective of your background and
project, our research environment will expose you to a diverse range of experimental
and computational aspects of systems and circuits neuroscience. We thus encourage
everyone to apply, especially those from underrepresented minorities.
• Working in our team will provide you with invaluable experience across all stages of
research, as well as publishing and communicating research results.
• Our team is affiliated with Inserm and is located in the Paris Brain Institute (ICM).
• Our vibrant community at the ICM and throughout Paris promotes broad collaboration
and learning opportunities.

How to apply
If you are eager to join our vibrant research community and contribute to groundbreaking
discoveries, we warmly welcome your application. The position is available immediately, with
the potential for a permanent contract based on performance.
Please send a statement of your past work and future research interests, your CV, and contact
information for 1-3 references to the address: contact@neuronaldynamics.eu