Postdoc in Computational Neuroscience and Data-Analysis - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

We are looking for a Postdoc in Computational Neuroscience and Data-Analysis with a focus on the Basal Ganglia in health and disease. 

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 neural 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 https://www.digitalfutures.kth.se/research/current-research-projects/dbrain/

The specific project will entail modelling of biological neural networks (both reduced rate-models and data-driven biophysical models) and analysis of neural as well as clinical data. The selected candidate will work in close collaboration with other PIs in the consortium as well as with several other postdocs.

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
• An interdisciplinary working environment where candidates will have an opportunity to develop new complementary skills.
• An opportunity to work on a project that has a genuine chance to influence clinical practices and improve quality of life of patients.
• A large community of neuroscientists, mathematicians, computational modelers and machine learning experts to network with.

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• We are looking for candidates with a PhD in any of the following disciplines: Computational neuroscience, Computer Science, Physics or similar

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Research expertise
• Teaching abilities
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence

It is also meritorious if the candidate also have demonstrated expertise (through publications) in any one of the following:

• Modelling and analysis of the dynamics of biological neural networks (with spiking or firing rate-based neuron models)
• Experience in analysis of multi-dimensional and multi-scale data e.g. neural activity or neuronal protein data
• Modelling of biophysically and morphologically detailed neurons and synaps
• Previous experience in analysis and modelling of neural activity data is desirable but not essential.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency.

Trade union representatives

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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.
• Contact details of two academic referees.

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, three 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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