Postdoc in TDA within dBrain Digital Futures project - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The Department of Mathematics at KTH is offering a two-year post-doctoral position in Topological Data Analysis within the collaborative project dBRAIN. This postdoctoral position aims at conducting research in mathematics related to topological data analysis with a focus on applications to neuroscience, including modeling and analysis of neuronal activity and brain imaging. The research will be conducted under the supervision of W. Chacholski, and M. Scolamiero within the TDA group at KTH and close collaboration with partners from dBRAIN.

dBRAIN is an interdisciplinary initiative to better understand neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease. We combine brain imaging, machine learning, topological data analysis and computational modelling of biological neuronal networks at multiple scales to identify causal links among disease biomarkers and disease symptoms. This understanding should improve diagnosis, prediction of the disease progression and suggest better therapies. More information about dBRAIN.

The position is financed by Digital Futures.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Works in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained (or planned to be awarded before the commencement of the position) within the last three years in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a closely related area is a requirement, prior to the application deadline (With some exceptions for special reasons such as periods of sick or parental leave, kindly indicate if such reason exists in your resume).
• We seek a candidate with a strong background in parts of mathematics relevant to the TDA group and the dBRAIN project.
• The successful applicant should be strongly motivated, have the capability to work independently as well as in collaboration with members of dBrain project, and have good communication skills.
• No skills in Swedish are required.

Preferred qualifications

Great emphasis will be placed on scientific ability as well and personal competence. Being able to function as a bridge between the TDA group at the mathematics department and the other partners at dBrain project is essential. Preferred qualifications include, in addition, pedagogical skills and awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.
• Two letters of recommendation, with subject: “TDA postdoc letter of recommendation” sent to jobs@math.kth.se

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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