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Postdoctoral applicants:
Humans have had cooperative relationships with animals in various contexts, for example in farming, transportation, and communication. We wondered if it’s possible to extend similar cooperation with the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, resulting in a novel micro-robotics platform. Fruit flies have many advantages – a) there are extensive genetic tools that help us control their neural circuits and behaviors, b) we have almost a complete diagram of their neural circuits and c) flies are able to navigate complex natural environments far better than engineered robots at the microscale. Recently, we developed a method for controlling walking patterns in freely behaving flies and are working to extend this technique to various micro-robotic applications.
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We invite candidates with a background or strong interest in robotics, especially micro-robotics to apply. An interest in systems neuroscience is encouraged, but not required. Applicants will benefit from extensive instrumentation core facilities at the Rowland Institute and a vibrant scientific community at Harvard and Boston at large. Salary is competitive and comprehensive benefits packages are offered to all Harvard University postdocs. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled.
To apply, please send the following to srayshubskiy [at] rowland.harvard.edu: |
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