Engineer Associate (2 Year Fixed-Term)

OverviewThe Department of Ophthalmology's Enigma project is reimagining the experimental neuroscience pipeline with big data and AI at its core. A central goal is to build a foundation model of the visual brain—a “digital twin” that captures neural activity and intelligent behavior at scale and resolution. This initiative spans multiple institutes including the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute, Stanford Bio-X, and the Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence Institute, bringing together experts in systems neuroscience, AI, and engineering. The project seeks to offer insights into the brain's algorithms of perception and cognition while serving as a resource for aligning artificial intelligence models with human-like neural representations.We are seeking a Science and Engineering Associate with strong mechanical and mechatronic design skills to develop next generation neurophysiology and intracortical brain-interfacing technology. The ideal candidate will prototype lightweight, scalable, precisely controlled mechanical systems, e.g., precise linear actuation of Neuropixels probes, enabling recording of neural activity at unprecedented scale.This role is ideal for individuals who thrive at the interface of neuroscience, engineering, and software development, and want to contribute to a uniquely interdisciplinary effort. The position is embedded within a team of neuroscientists, engineers, and software developers led by Andreas Tolias (), Tirin Moore (), and collaborators.Role & Responsibilities: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17