PhD Scholarship in Computational Neuroscience: The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI CBS) in Leipzig offers a PhD position in Computational Neuroscience. This opportunity is part of an international collaborative research project focused on episodic and spatial memory and involves the development of computational models and analysis techniques.
Designation
PhD Position / Doctoral Candidate in Computational Neuroscience (m/f/d)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Computational Models of Episodic and Spatial Memory |
| Location | Leipzig, Germany |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Outstanding academic records in neuroscience or related fields; strong quantitative background (e.g., physics, mathematics, electrical engineering). Excellent programming skills in Python and Matlab are mandatory. |
| Duration | Limited to three years |
| Salary | Fixed according to TVöD E13 (65%) |
Description
The PhD candidate will engage in:
- Developing new and improving existing models of spatial memory based on human single-cell recordings.
- Co-developing an analysis pipeline for assessing spatial coding in human single units.
This position is embedded within the Neural Computation Group, led by Dr. Andrej Bicanski, and will involve collaboration with institutions, including the Universities of Bonn, Berlin, and Columbia.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online, including:
- Cover letter
- Personal statement
- CV (including a list of publications if applicable)
- Contact details of two referees
Please reference the job application number “PhD 09/25”.
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be considered as long as the job advertisement is accessible on the Institute’s website.
For further details and to apply, visit: Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences – Open Positions
Contact for Queries:
Dr. Andrej Bicanski
Email: Bicanski@cbs.mpg.de
