PhD Position: Recovery Mechanisms: A challenging PhD position is available within the Clinical Neurophysiology (CNPH) group to investigate the mechanisms of neuronal stress and recovery in the ischemic penumbra. The project, titled “SYNERGY: Mechanisms of Neuronal Stress and Recovery,” aims to understand how metabolic stress affects neuronal network function and how recovery can be enhanced.
PhD Position Available: Unraveling Neuronal Stress and Recovery Mechanisms
Designation: PhD Candidate
Table:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours | 38-40 per week |
| Salary | € 3,059 – € 3,881 gross/monthly (full-time) |
| Deadline | January 14, 2026 |
| Starting Date | Flexible, preferably in the first half of 2026 |
| Contact Person | Prof. Michel van Putten (m.j.a.m.vanputten@utwente.nl) |
| Research Group | Clinical Neurophysiology (CNPH) |
| Faculty | Science & Technology (TNW) |
Research Area: Experimental Neurobiology, Biophysics, and Computational Analysis
Location: University of Twente, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Motivated, creative, and technically skilled candidate.
- Master’s degree in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, molecular biology, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with in-vitro techniques (neuronal or stem-cell culture, immunocytochemistry, microscopy, or electrophysiology).
- Technical affinity and interest in improving experimental setups.
- Basic programming or data-analysis skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or R).
- Strong communication skills in English.
Description:
The PhD candidate will design and perform in-vitro experiments using MEA electrophysiology, live-cell imaging, and related techniques. The research will involve studying neuronal failure and recovery after metabolic stress in rodent and human iPSC-derived cultures, and evaluating potential recovery-enhancing interventions. The candidate will also refine the experimental setup for stable long-term measurements, analyze large-scale electrophysiological and imaging data, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply via the ‘Apply now’ button on the provided webpage and include:
- A CV
- A motivation letter
Last Date for Apply: January 14, 2026
