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Neurosurgeon Resident

Neuralink· Clinical
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Austin, TX$32/hr - $54/hrfull-timePosted 11mo ago

About the role

Neurosurgical Resident Innovation Fellow at Neuralink focusing on experimental brain-computer interface procedures using human cadavers or large animal subjects, with opportunities to refine surgical techniques, provide usability and safety feedback, participate in engineering design reviews, and guide study protocol design.

Responsibilities

  • Train with neurosurgical leads to function as an assistant or primary surgeon for experimental brain-computer interface procedures using human cadavers or large animal subjects.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to refine and innovate surgical techniques and provide usability and safety feedback.
  • Participate in engineering design reviews for new developments of the surgical robot, surgical processes, or implant.
  • Work closely with Preclinical scientists to guide study protocol design.
  • Collaborate with veterinary anesthesiologists and veterinary technicians to ensure humane and ethical use of animal subjects.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine.
  • Resident Physician in Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgeon, neurosurgical resident, or other surgeon-in-training as approved by Neuralink
  • Research year in residency
  • 1-2 years of experience performing neurosurgery in an operating room
  • Expert knowledge of operating room procedures with respect to sterile fields, surgical equipment, and surgical procedures

Skills

Required:Neurosurgical techniquesAnimal study protocol design

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Commuter benefits
  • Meals provided
  • Equity (RSUs)
  • 401(k) plan
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible time off
Last updated Jul 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Neuralink

Pioneering Brain Computer Interfaces

Creating a generalized brain interface to restore autonomy to those with unmet medical needs today and unlock human potential tomorrow.

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