PhD and Post-doc Positions in Theoretical Neuroscience
We are seeking highly motivated and talented PhD students and post-docs to work in the group '
Modelling of dynamic perception and action' at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI-CBS), in Leipzig, Germany.
The
goal of the group is to develop models for brain mechanisms of human
perception and action using dynamic systems theory and Bayesian
recognition algorithms. Current projects focus on communication and
dynamic decision making in simulated agents. An emphasis will be placed
on linking the theoretical work to experimental findings based on
neuroimaging data. The candidates will be encouraged to actively
contribute with their own ideas and proposals.
The research will be conducted at the
MPI-CBS in
Leipzig, Germany, an internationally leading centre for cognitive and
imaging neuroscience. For theoretical work, the institute is equipped
with high-performance computing facilities. For experimental work, the
institute is equipped with a 7.0 T MRI scanner, two 3.0 MRI scanners, a
306 channels MEG system, a TMS and several EEG systems. All facilities
are supported by experienced IT and physics staff. The projects are
partly in collaboration with the Mind and Brain Institute in Berlin,
Germany, and the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging in London, UK.
PhD positions:
The
candidates must have a master degree (or equivalent) in physics,
computer science, engineering, computational neuroscience, or a related
field. A skill in programming matlab is desirable. PhD students will
have the opportunity to participate in an International Max-Planck
Research School.
Post-doc positions:
The candidates must
have a PhD (or equivalent) in neuroscience, physics, or a related
field. Essential skills comprise matlab programming expertise and prior
experience in some aspect of computational neuroscience or modelling
neuroimaging data. Prior experience in dynamic systems theory or
Bayesian statistics is desirable.
Starting date for all
positions is flexible. Salary is dependent on experience and based on
MPI stipends or equivalent salary according to German Public service
regulations.
We seek to increase the number of women in those
areas where they are under-represented and therefore explicitly
encourage women to apply. We are committed to employing more
handicapped individuals and especially encourage them to apply.
The closing date for applications is
31st March 2009 but interested candidates are encouraged to get in touch at their earliest convenience.
For questions or an informal discussion about these posts please contact Dr. Stefan Kiebel (
[log in to unmask]; +49 (0) 341-9940-2435).
Please
include the following documents in your application: Curriculum Vitae,
names and contact details of two personal references, a description of
your personal qualifications, future research interests and academic
goals.
Applications citing the code number “MPA” should be sent to:
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Max-Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences
-Administration-
Stephanstrasse 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany