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PhD Scholarship in AI-Inspired Brain Biomarkers at Institute of Neurosciences (CSIC-UMH), Spain

Postdoc in Spain

Summary

A fully funded PhD position (3 years, extendable) is available in the research line “AI-inspired biomarkers of brain structure and function” led by Dr. Maximilian Eggl. The position focuses on developing mathematical, machine learning, and computational methods to understand brain health and disease.

The project is based at the Institute of Neurosciences (CSIC-UMH), working closely with Dr. Silvia De Santis in an international, interdisciplinary research environment.


Designation

PhD Research Fellow (Fully Funded Doctoral Position)


Overview Table

FeatureDetails
PositionPhD Research Fellow
Duration3 Years (Extendable)
FundingFully Funded
Research FieldAI, Neuroscience, Computational Imaging
SupervisorDr. Maximilian Eggl
Co-Research LeadDr. Silvia De Santis
InstituteCSIC-UMH Institute of Neurosciences
LocationAlicante, Spain
Start DateAutumn 2026

Research Area

  • AI-inspired biomarkers of brain structure and function
  • Interpretable machine learning in neuroscience
  • Quantitative brain imaging
  • Computational neuroscience
  • Mathematical modeling of brain health and disease

Location

Institute of Neurosciences (CSIC-UMH), Alicante, Spain
A world-class neuroscience center with strong computational and experimental infrastructure, located on the Mediterranean coast.


Eligibility / Qualification

Applicants should have (or be close to completing) a Master’s degree in one of the following fields:

  • Applied Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Data Science
  • Engineering
  • Computational Neuroscience

Required Skills:

  • Strong programming skills (especially Python)
  • Background in computational methods or quantitative analysis

Preferred (Not Mandatory):

  • Machine Learning experience
  • Interest in neuroscience or medical imaging

Job Description

The selected candidate will:

  • Develop AI-based computational models for brain imaging data
  • Work on interpretable machine learning approaches in neuroscience
  • Contribute to research on brain disease biomarkers
  • Collaborate within an international multidisciplinary team
  • Participate in publications, conferences, and academic discussions

The lab operates within the Translational Imaging Biomarkers Lab, combining mathematics, neuroscience, and machine learning to study brain function and disease mechanisms.


How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply via email:

📧 meggl@umh.es

Application Requirements:

  • Updated CV
  • 300-word Statement of Purpose / Expression of Interest

Last Date for Apply

📌 Applications are open until the position is filled (Rolling basis)
👉 Early applications are strongly encouraged


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