Principal Research Engineer in Clinical Neurophysiology

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We are now looking to appoint a Principal Research Engineer in the field of Clinical Neurophysiology with focus on human pain mechanisms and especially the role of the peripheral nervous system.

The position

As Principal Research Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

Design, acquisition, and analysis of data from single-unit afferent recordings using microneurography
Design, acquisition, and analysis of data from psychophysical experiments on touch and pain

The person we need

We are looking for someone with a Ph.D. in neurophysiology, neuropharmacology, or a related discipline, strong quantitative skills, a reasonable track record, and an enthusiastic approach to science.

The applicant is expected to:

have strong background knowledge of the physiology of primary sensory afferents and peripheral mechanisms of nociception
have proficiency in electrophysiological recordings from single primary afferent fibers (units) in humans using microneurography
experience in the study of myelinated nociceptive signaling in humans
be fluent in both written and spoken English

Experience in psychophysical techniques to study pain in humans is of particular merit.

The workplace

You will work at the Center for Social and Affective Neuroscience (CSAN), in the research groups led by Saad Nagi and Håkan Olausson. The groups conduct translational research in somatosensory neuroscience.

The employment

The position is full-time, 1 year.

Start date by agreement.

Salary and employment benefits

Salaries at the university are set individually.

More information about employee benefits is available here.

Union representatives

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Application procedure

Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than August 15 2025.

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

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