Research Assistant for Doctoral Studies: University Hospital Cologne is seeking a Research Assistant (f/m/d) for Doctoral Studies to join the Clinic and Polyclinic for Neurology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on Parkinson’s disease and impulse control disorders, using electrophysiological data and deep brain stimulation techniques.
Research Assistant (f/m/d) for Doctoral Studies in Neurology
Designation: Research Assistant (f/m/d) for Doctoral Studies
Research Area: Neurology, Neuroscience, Behavioral Experiments, Electrophysiology, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Parkinson’s Disease
Location: University Hospital Cologne, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed university degree (Master’s level) in Psychology, Neuroscience, Engineering, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Strong proficiency in English for scientific presentations and publications.
- Ideally, programming skills and experience in conducting statistical analyses.
- Motivation to work with Parkinson’s patients.
- Previous experience with electrophysiological data or behavioral research is beneficial.
Job Description:
- Plan and conduct behavioral experiments with neurological patients, focusing on Parkinson’s disease and impulse control disorders.
- Accompany intraoperative electrophysiological measurements for research purposes.
- Conduct computer-based analysis of local field potentials (LFP) and imaging data.
- Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team including doctors, psychologists, and linguists.
- Participate in experimental studies conducted before, during, and after electrode implantation.
- Evaluate electrophysiological data in relation to the anatomy/electrode position.
- Publish at least two scientific papers as the first author during the doctoral program.
- Work in a structured research environment with access to established methods, protocols, and preliminary data.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their application, including a CV and cover letter, to the Human Resources Department, University Hospital Cologne, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937 Cologne, Germany. For more details, contact Prof. Dr. Michael Barbe at +492214787494.
Last Date for Apply: February 2, 2025
Job-ID: s6mxt6r7
We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!
