Scientist I – Neuroanatomy

The mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health. Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.

The mission of the Allen Institute for Brain Science is to accelerate the understanding of how the human brain works in health and disease. Using a big science approach, we generate useful public resources, drive technological and analytical advances, and discover fundamental brain properties through the integration of experiments, modeling, and theory.

We are looking for a Scientist I to join the Neuroanatomy group at the Allen Institute for Brain Science. This person will be an essential contributor to collaborative scientific discovery work related to understanding cell type-specific circuits in the mouse and human brain. As part of this work, the Scientist I will also investigate relationships among multiple cellular properties within and across diverse anatomical data sets to develop unified descriptions of cell types.

The Allen Institute believes that team science significantly benefits from the participation of diverse voices, experiences, and backgrounds. High-quality science can only be produced when it includes different perspectives. We are committed to increasing diversity across every team and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Essential Functions

• Work with a team of scientists, data analysts, and technicians to design experiments and analyze multiple modality data (e.g., morphology, interareal connectivity, gene expression data) to elucidate the principles of brain organization at the level of individual neurons
• Generate and/or review whole brain morphological reconstructions, data annotations, and/or image data
• Pilot new reconstruction, annotation, and histological analysis methods and workflows to be used in high-throughput pipeline projects
• Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals and at scientific conferences and internal meetings
• Actively contribute to on-going efforts, and establish new efforts, to build Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at the Allen Institute and within the broader neuroscience community

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, or related field; or equivalent combination of degree and experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• 0 – 3 years of postdoc with neuroanatomical and/or morphological focus
• Deep knowledge of the neuroanatomy of mouse subcortical brain regions, including basal ganglia and/or midbrain structures
• Experience working with morphology, electrophysiology, and/or transcriptomic data
• Experience with scientific computing (Python preferred)
• Strong track record of publications

• Commitment to providing open access data and tools
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment to meet aggressive timelines
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, and ability to troubleshoot
• Exceptional oral and written communication and organizational skills

Travel

• Attendance and participation in national and international conferences may be required

Physical Demands

• Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment; repetitive motion with lab equipment

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This role can work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment, with an estimated 3 days/week onsite
• We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State

Additional Comments

• **Please note, this opportunity may sponsor work visas **
• **Please note, this opportunity offers relocation assistance**

Annualized Salary Range

$77,250 - $103,000 *

* Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of skills relevant to the role, and work location, where applicable.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outlined in the Allen Institute’s Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute’s 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.

It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.