About The Role

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Position Summary

The candidate will work independently on basic research projects in the laboratory of Dr. Ruthazer at the MNI. His/her work will develop a multilevel understanding of the behavioral responses of larval zebrafish to environmental stimuli, from decision-making to motor coordination. He/she will develop analyses and computational models to explain existing datasets and extract the algorithms underlying responses to visual and water flow stimuli. He/she will work with collaborative teams on the multidisciplinary aspects of the research projects, and contribute to the scientific environment of the lab. The candidate will analyze the data, write drafts of manuscripts, and contribute to the writing of grants. The candidate will also participate in the supervision of undergraduate, graduate and summer trainees, if required.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a PhD in Neurobiology or related field, ideally with animal behavior and computational components, relevant postdoctoral and/or minimum of 5 years experience, and a record of publications in internationally recognized journals. Previous experience in zebrafish neurobiology, data analysis, behavioral tracking algorithms, and modern pose-estimation techniques is essential, and experience building and testing models of decision-making is desirable. Experience with grant-writing and fellowship applications is an asset.

Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 on a scale of 0-4.

This position is covered by the AMURE collective agreement: https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/2023-2027_collective_agreement_amure_ras_final_-_with_signatures_-_for_printing_cover_page_reviewed.pdf

Be fore applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hourly Salary

$35.37

Hours per Week

40 (Full time)

Location

Montreal Neuro.

Supervisor

Professor

Position Start Date

2026-09-04

Position End Date

2027-09-03

Deadline to Apply

2026-09-08

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

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