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The Carboncopies Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support to scientists working on challenges critical to whole brain emulation (WBE). We believe that the possibilities and opportunities afforded by WBE represent the most promising technological path to overcoming our fundamental limitations as a species and as individuals. The volunteers who donate their time are the driving force of the Carboncopies Foundation. We are always looking for more people to join our team - and you don’t need to have an advanced degree to make an important contribution. --- *This is a REMOTE Volunteer position* The General Research Assistant / Intern (GRA/GRI) has a strong interest in the technological achievement of whole brain emulation and wishes to participate in its development. Through mentorship, the GRA/GRI will acquire requisite skills on the job and will support the practical instantiation of multiple R&D workstreams in the Office of Research. The workstreams in question are: The Translation Study Group (focused on translation from data to model parameters) WBE roadmapping: justification WBE roadmapping: success criteria WBE roadmapping: methodologies WBE ethical framework Responsibilities / Duties: Literature research and compiling reference lists Proofreading / editing preprints for publication Preparing documents or slides for meetings and workshops Participating in R&D events, publications, and other R&D activities Preparatory work for R&D events such as workshops, conferences, retreats Vetting candidate team members Qualifications (The following qualifications and/or experience aren't required but would be helpful for you in taking this role): Participation in early-stage work of a new startup Designing, documenting, setting up experiments Management or internship work in a research lab Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly team meeting 5 hours / week At least 4 months Website: https://carboncopies.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-copies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carboncopies_foundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/carboncopies/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carboncopiesorg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNZLgW-6Xcp6wfyb2Y_Thw
Date Posted: Apr 1, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
About Carboncopies Foundation The Carboncopies Foundation is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the science and technology of whole brain emulation - the process of transferring the structure and functions of a brain from its original substrate to another computational substrate of a neural prosthesis. Founded by neuroscientists and technologists, we serve as a nexus for research collaboration, education, and public discourse on the path toward preserving and extending human cognition. Our work spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, computer science, nanotechnology, and philosophy. Through workshops, webinars, publications, and community building, we bring together researchers, students, and enthusiasts who share our vision of developing technologies that may one day allow for the precise mapping and functional recreation of neural architectures. We believe that whole brain emulation represents not only a profound scientific challenge but also a potential pathway to extending human experience, knowledge, and consciousness beyond current biological limitations. For over 15 years, we have been at the forefront of research and development in this field, fostering collaboration between leading neuroscientists, technologists, and visionaries who share our mission. Our efforts have been powered by a dedicated community-over 100 volunteers have contributed to our initiatives over the years, with 30+ actively driving our programs forward today. --- *This is a REMOTE Volunteer position* Position Overview We're seeking a skilled volunteer programmer with experience in C++ and/or Python to help develop, maintain, and improve our software projects and technical infrastructure. Responsibilities/ Duties: Write clean, efficient code in C++ and/or Python for various foundation projects Debug existing software and fix identified issues Implement new features and functionality based on project requirements Document code and maintain technical documentation Collaborate with other technical volunteers and research team members Assist with code reviews and testing Qualifications/skills (The following qualifications and/or experience aren't required but would be helpful for you in taking this role): Proficiency in C++ and/or Python programming Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) Understanding of software development best practices Problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Interest in brain science, neural technologies, or whole brain emulation is a plus Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly organization meeting 1 hour daily co-working sessions Approximately 5 - 10 hours / week At least 4 months Benefits: Apply programming skills to meaningful projects Build portfolio of work in a collaborative environment We are able to coordinate with university programs on carrying out credit-earning student internships in association with the Carboncopies Foundation. Contribute to cutting-edge research in an emerging field Collaborate with other developers and researchers Potential for co-authorship on publications Expand your professional network in the neuroscience and technology communities Attend our events and webinars at no cost Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of 6 months of service The Carboncopies Foundation is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Website: https://carboncopies.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-copies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carboncopies_foundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/carboncopies/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carboncopiesorg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNZLgW-6Xcp6wfyb2Y_Thw
Date Posted: Mar 24, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
About Carboncopies Foundation The Carboncopies Foundation is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the science and technology of whole brain emulation - the process of transferring the structure and functions of a brain from its original substrate to another computational substrate of a neural prosthesis. Founded by neuroscientists and technologists, we serve as a nexus for research collaboration, education, and public discourse on the path toward preserving and extending human cognition. Our work spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, computer science, nanotechnology, and philosophy. Through workshops, webinars, publications, and community building, we bring together researchers, students, and enthusiasts who share our vision of developing technologies that may one day allow for the precise mapping and functional recreation of neural architectures. We believe that whole brain emulation represents not only a profound scientific challenge but also a potential pathway to extending human experience, knowledge, and consciousness beyond current biological limitations. For over 15 years, we have been at the forefront of research and development in this field, fostering collaboration between leading neuroscientists, technologists, and visionaries who share our mission. Our efforts have been powered by a dedicated community-over 100 volunteers have contributed to our initiatives over the years, with 30+ actively driving our programs forward today. --- *This is a REMOTE Summer Intern position* Position Overview We're seeking a skilled programming intern with experience in C++ and/or Python to help develop, maintain, and improve our software projects and technical infrastructure. Responsibilities/ Duties: Write clean, efficient code in C++ and/or Python for various foundation projects Debug existing software and fix identified issues Implement new features and functionality based on project requirements Document code and maintain technical documentation Collaborate with other technical volunteers and research team members Assist with code reviews and testing Qualifications/skills (The following qualifications and/or experience aren't required but would be helpful for you in taking this role): Proficiency in C++ and/or Python programming Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) Understanding of software development best practices Problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Interest in brain science, neural technologies, or whole brain emulation is a plus Early start (before May 1) is a plus Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly organization meeting 1 hour daily co-working sessions Approximately 20 - 40 hours / week with flexibility on scheduling May - August Benefits: Apply programming skills to meaningful projects Build portfolio of work in a collaborative environment We are able to coordinate with university programs on carrying out credit-earning student internships in association with the Carboncopies Foundation. Contribute to cutting-edge research in an emerging field Collaborate with other developers and researchers Potential for co-authorship on publications Expand your professional network in the neuroscience and technology communities Attend our events and webinars at no cost Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of 6 months of service The Carboncopies Foundation is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Website: https://carboncopies.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-copies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carboncopies_foundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/carboncopies/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carboncopiesorg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNZLgW-6Xcp6wfyb2Y_Thw
Date Posted: Apr 17, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
About Carboncopies Foundation The Carboncopies Foundation is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the science and technology of whole brain emulation - the process of transferring the structure and functions of a brain from its original substrate to another computational substrate of a neural prosthesis. Founded by neuroscientists and technologists, we serve as a nexus for research collaboration, education, and public discourse on the path toward preserving and extending human cognition. Our work spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, computer science, nanotechnology, and philosophy. Through workshops, webinars, publications, and community building, we bring together researchers, students, and enthusiasts who share our vision of developing technologies that may one day allow for the precise mapping and functional recreation of neural architectures. We believe that whole brain emulation represents not only a profound scientific challenge but also a potential pathway to extending human experience, knowledge, and consciousness beyond current biological limitations. For over 15 years, we have been at the forefront of research and development in this field, fostering collaboration between leading neuroscientists, technologists, and visionaries who share our mission. Our efforts have been powered by a dedicated community-over 100 volunteers have contributed to our initiatives over the years, with 30+ actively driving our programs forward today. --- *This is a REMOTE Volunteer position* Position Overview We're looking for a creative and organized volunteer to manage our social media accounts, create engaging content, and help grow our online community to increase awareness of our mission and activities. Responsibilities/ Duties: Develop and implement a cohesive social media strategy across platforms Create and schedule regular posts for Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram Design visually appealing graphics and multimedia content Monitor engagement and respond to comments and messages Track analytics and provide insights on social media performance Collaborate with team members to promote events, research updates, and fundraising campaigns Stay current on social media trends and best practices Qualifications/skills (The following qualifications and/or experience aren't required but would be helpful for you in taking this role): Experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional) Strong writing and communication skills Basic graphic design abilities and familiarity with design tools Understanding of social media analytics and metrics Organizational skills and ability to maintain a consistent posting schedule Creativity and enthusiasm for translating complex concepts into engaging content Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly organization meeting 1 hour daily co-working sessions Approximately 5 - 10 hours / week At least 4 months Benefits: Build a professional portfolio of social media management work Develop skills in digital marketing and community engagement Expand your professional network in the neuroscience and technology communities Contribute to raising awareness about important scientific research. We are able to coordinate with university programs on carrying out credit-earning student internships in association with the Carboncopies Foundation. Attend our events and webinars at no cost Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of 6 months of service The Carboncopies Foundation is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Website: https://carboncopies.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-copies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carboncopies_foundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/carboncopies/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carboncopiesorg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNZLgW-6Xcp6wfyb2Y_Thw
Date Posted: Mar 24, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
About Carboncopies Foundation The Carboncopies Foundation is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the science and technology of whole brain emulation - the process of transferring the structure and functions of a brain from its original substrate to another computational substrate of a neural prosthesis. Founded by neuroscientists and technologists, we serve as a nexus for research collaboration, education, and public discourse on the path toward preserving and extending human cognition. Our work spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, computer science, nanotechnology, and philosophy. Through workshops, webinars, publications, and community building, we bring together researchers, students, and enthusiasts who share our vision of developing technologies that may one day allow for the precise mapping and functional recreation of neural architectures. We believe that whole brain emulation represents not only a profound scientific challenge but also a potential pathway to extending human experience, knowledge, and consciousness beyond current biological limitations. For over 15 years, we have been at the forefront of research and development in this field, fostering collaboration between leading neuroscientists, technologists, and visionaries who share our mission. Our efforts have been powered by a dedicated community-over 100 volunteers have contributed to our initiatives over the years, with 30+ actively driving our programs forward today. --- *This is a REMOTE Volunteer position* Position Overview We're seeking a volunteer with expertise in complex systems, system identification, inverse problems, and/or applied mathematics to contribute to our research initiatives and technical projects. Responsibilities/ Duties: Analyze complex systems and develop mathematical models relevant to our research goals Apply system identification techniques to extract patterns and relationships from data Work on inverse problems to determine underlying parameters from observational data Collaborate with our interdisciplinary team on research projects Document methodologies and findings for both internal use and potential publication Qualifications/skills (The following qualifications and/or experience aren't required but would be helpful for you in taking this role): (Working towards an) advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in applied mathematics, engineering, physics, computer science, or related field Strong background in complex systems theory, system identification, and/or inverse problems Experience with mathematical modeling and simulation Proficiency in relevant computational tools and programming languages Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively Interest in brain science, neural technologies, or whole brain emulation is a plus Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly organization meeting 1 hour daily co-working sessions Approximately 5 - 10 hours / week At least 4 months Benefits: We are able to coordinate with university programs on carrying out a PhD in association with the Carboncopies Foundation. We are able to coordinate with university programs on carrying out credit-earning student internships in association with the Carboncopies Foundation. Contribute to cutting-edge research in an emerging field Collaborate with other researchers and technical experts Potential for co-authorship on publications Expand your professional network in the neuroscience and technology communities Attend our events and webinars at no cost Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of 6 months of service The Carboncopies Foundation is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Website: https://carboncopies.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-copies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carboncopies_foundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/carboncopies/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carboncopiesorg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNZLgW-6Xcp6wfyb2Y_Thw
Date Posted: Mar 24, 2025
