1. Associate/Assistant Investigators

Core Responsibilities:

1) Conduct independent research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) of the research group.

2) Lead nonhuman primate (NHP) research efforts focused on implementation of novel electrophysiological prob.e technologies within the context of cognitive and motor disease models.

3) Assist with rodent research efforts focused on implementation of novel electrophysiological probe technologies for model studies and treatments of neurodegenerative disease and stroke.

4) Assist in academic manuscript preparation.

5) Mentor postdoctoral researchers, students, and research assistants.

6) Independently or collaboratively assist the PI in applying for research grants.

7) Support lab management tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) Ph.D. and/or postdoctoral research experience from a leading research institution or university.

2) Strong background in neuroscience or related field with demonstrated independent research capabilities and extensive experimental experience.

3) Experience with NHP surgery, neural probe implantation, as well as cognitive and related studies.

4) Experience with rodent disease models, electrophysiology and histology.

5) Proven track record of high-quality publications as the first or corresponding author.

6) Proficient in English for academic communication.

7) Strong passion for exploring new research directions.

8) Excellent communication, teamwork skills, and academic integrity.

2. Research Assistants 

Core Responsibilities:

1) Assist Associate/Assistant Investigators, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students with research activities. 

2) Conduct research under the supervision of the PI.

3) Support daily laboratory operations and management.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as biology, chemistry, physics, neuroscience, applied physics, data science, bioengineering, chemical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, materials science, neurology, or regenerative medicine.

2) Proficiency in English for effective communication.

3) Strong passion for exploring new research directions.

4) Excellent communication skills, teamwork abilities, and academic integrity.

3. Lab Manager

Core Responsibilities:

1) Animal Protocol & Facility Management: Lead the design and supervise the preparation of experimental protocols for rodent and non-human primate (NHP) models, ensuring their successful passage through ethical review. This role requires significant hands-on experience with rodent facility management and rodent care. A deep familiarity with China's animal surgical regulations and the institutional protocol approval process, particularly for rodents/mice, is essential.

2) Lab Safety & SOP Management: Develop, implement, and update comprehensive laboratory safety protocols and SOPs. Conduct quarterly safety training sessions covering chemical handling, biosafety, and emergency drills, ensuring all protocols are rigorously maintained.

3) Research Outreach Strategies: Organize annual lab open-house events, draft press releases for key findings, and manage social media promotion.

4) Miscellaneous Duties: Handle ad hoc tasks assigned by the PI as well as other duties delegated by laboratory leadership, and participate in cross-departmental meetings.

岗位职责:

1) 负责啮齿类及非人灵长类动物实验方案的设计与编制，确保通过伦理审查。需具备丰富的啮齿类动物设施管理及动物护理实操经验，熟悉国内动物手术法规及机构伦理审批流程；

2) 负责制定、实施并完善实验室安全规程与标准操作流程；每季度开展化学品处理、生物安全及应急演练培训，确保所有规程得到严格执行；

3) 负责组织年度实验室开放日活动，撰写重要科研成果新闻稿，并负责社交媒体平台宣传推广；

4) 完成领导交办的其他任务。

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) A Master's degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., bioengineering, biology, chemistry, neuroscience) is required.

2) Minimum 3-year working experience in laboratory management (preferably across chemistry/biology and neuroscience labs).

3) Proficiency in equipment maintenance and compliance protocols.

4) Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English and Chinese.

5) Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.

6) Proactive, trustworthy, and adaptable to a diverse, fast-paced environment.

任职资格：

1) 须具备相关理工科专业（如生物工程、生物学、化学、神经科学等）硕士及以上学历；

2) 拥有至少3年实验室管理经验（具有化学与神经科学跨学科背景的候选人优先）；

3) 熟练掌握设备维护及合规管理流程；

4) 出色的中英文口头与书面沟通能力；

5) 具备极强的细节关注度、问题解决能力及多任务处理能力；

6) 积极主动、值得信赖，能适应多元化快节奏科研环境。

4. CMOS-IC MEA Design Lead

Core Responsibilities:

1) Lead architecture and design of high-channel-count CMOS MEA recording and stimulation chips.

2) Define long-term IC architecture, technology roadmaps, and scalability strategies for next-generation neural interfaces

3) Design low-noise, low-power analog front ends for neural recording.

4) Define scalable readout architectures for ultra-high channel-count systems.

5) Coordinate IC design decisions with system-level constraints including signal integrity, power, bandwidth, and thermal limits.

6) Lead full IC development cycles, including schematic design, layout oversight, verification, tape-out, and foundry engagement.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field.

2) Strong background in analog and mixed-signal IC design.

3) Experience with large-scale ADCs, on-chip signal processing, and large-scale sensor interfaces.

4) Multiple successful silicon tape-outs with demonstrated ownership of key blocks or full-chip architecture.

5) Ability to work full time and closely with an interdisciplinary team.

5. Backend & System Architect

Core Responsibilities:

1) Define and develop backend electronics and system-level architecture for large-scale neural recording systems.

2) Design data acquisition, synchronization, and high-speed data transport systems.

3) Lead system bring-up, debugging, and performance validation.

4) Coordinate integration across chip, board, and system levels.

5) Work with external vendors on PCB fabrication, assembly, and testing.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1) MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.

2) Strong experience with designing and delivering complex backend electronics or data acquisition systems

3) Familiarity with high-speed interfaces, clocking, and synchronization.

4) Experience with FPGA or SoC-based systems is a plus.

5) Ability to work full time and drive system-level execution and end-to-end delivery.

Why Join i-BRAIN:

1. First-of-a-Kind Challenges – Work on ultra-high-channel-count neural interfaces at a scale few teams in the world can address.

2. End-to-End Impact – See designs progress from concept to silicon, hardware platforms, and deployed research and clinical systems.

3. Strong Institutional Backing – Long-term vision, stable support, and access to advanced fabrication and system resources.

4. Senior-Level Autonomy – A role suited for principal-level engineers who value influence, trust, and technical depth.

5. Team and Legacy Building – Opportunity to mentor, set technical standards, and help build a world-class engineering team.

6. Competitive Compensation – Senior-level salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.