Research Specialist in Magnetoencephalography (MEG)

Permanent research specialist post at NatMEG, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, focused on OPM-MEG (optically pumped magnetometer MEG), whose sensors sit on or near the head and allow measurements during movement and across head sizes. The specialist develops MEG methods and applications in cognitive and clinical neuroscience, serves as Unit Manager at NatMEG with user support, teaches brain imaging (primarily MEG) and supervises doctoral students and postdocs.

Full time in Solna, Stockholm, starting with a six-month trial period. Applications close on 11 November 2026 (reference STÖD 2-4266/2026).

PhD in cognitive neuroscience, medical technology or another relevant field, with demonstrated research expertise and documented postdoctoral experience; documented research and methods development in MEG and OPM-MEG; experience leading or developing research activities, research infrastructure or advanced technical activities; excellent English. Merits include advanced brain-imaging user support, combining MEG with MRI or PET, comparative EEG, conventional and on-scalp MEG studies, teaching and supervision, and MEG applications for epilepsy, Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.