CRANDALL LAB at MSU

Research Associate
A postdoctoral position is available in the Crandall Laboratory at Michigan State University. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to combine electrophysiological and optogenetics methods to investigate the organization and function of neural circuits in the mammalian forebrain. Our lab applies these approaches in both acute brain slices and awake, behaving animals to understand how long-range cortical feedback projections influence information processing in the sensory cortex and thalamus. 

The successful candidate(s) will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field and ideally have experience with electrophysiology. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience or a strong interest in in vivo electrophysiological recordings in combination with optogenetics of the mouse brain.  However, all enthusiastic, curious, and ambitious candidates with a doctoral degree are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should email (cranda86@msu.edu) a current C.V., contact information for three references, and a brief description of past research accomplishments, research interests, and career goals.


PhD Students
We accept PhD students through the BioMolecular Science Program (Link) and Neuroscience PhD program (Link). Students apply directly to those programs and then, once admitted to MSU, can do thesis work in our lab. 


Undergraduates
Undergraduates interested in neurophysiology, forebrain circuits, and imaging are encouraged to contact Dr. Crandall about potential openings in the lab. Undergraduates assist others in ongoing research. Independent research is available for successful students.