Postdoc: Intracortical Brain-Computer Interfaces to restore Speech

Description

Are you interested in pushing the frontiers of neuroscience and artificial intelligence to restore communication for individuals with severe speech impairments? Join our research team at the Systems Neural Engineering Lab, where we combine cutting-edge neural engineering, machine learning, and clinical neurotechnology to revolutionize brain-to-speech decoding in people who are paralyzed. We are part of BrainGate, a world-renowned multi-institutional clinical trial for brain-computer interfaces, and we would love to have you join us!

The Role:

We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to lead research focused on speech decoding in individuals with speech impairment. Your work will explore the rich neural dynamics underlying speech production and development of novel AI algorithms to decode speech with unparalleled accuracy and speed. This project builds on the success of state-of-the-art brain-computer interfaces in participants with ALS and aims to adapt and enhance these methods for individuals with stroke-induced communication deficits.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong background in neural data analysis, computational neuroscience. Strong background in machine learning (e.g., deep learning, RNNs, transformers),
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and model development.
• Passion for translational research and a desire to make a real-world impact on the lives of individuals with communication impairments.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience with deep learning software packages, and debugging complex machine learning models. Published papers in top machine learning conference journals like ICML, NeurIPS, etc.
• Experience in application of data science and machine learning concepts to neuroscientific data.
• Experience with brain-computer interfaces, speech decoding, or related neurotechnologies.
• Familiarity with neurophysiology and systems neuroscience.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a pioneering project with potential to define the next generation of BCIs for speech restoration in a new patient population.
• Collaborate within a world-class team at the forefront of neuroscience, AI, and clinical research.
• Become part of the multi-university powerhouse that is the BrainGate consortium.
• Access to unique datasets from clinical trials, high-resolution neural recordings, and cutting-edge hardware.
• Mentorship and career development opportunities in a supportive, innovative environment.

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