KEY WORDS | neural networks, neuroanatomy, neuroscience |
CITY | Jülich |
COUNTRY | Germany |
DETAILS OF THE OFFER | Working place: Jülich Research Center The researchers will be embedded in a vibrant research institute. Links also exist to the University of Cologne, so that candidates can gain teaching/tutoring experience.
Missions: PhD and postdoc opportunities with a focus on the simulation of large-scale biological neural networks are available in the Theoretical Neuroanatomy group led by Prof. Sacha van Albada at Jülich Research Center, Germany. The projects will advance a research program that centers on the full-scale simulation of thalamocortical networks using the simulator NEST.
Qualifications: The PhD position is open to candidates regardless of gender. The candidate should have a background in physics, mathematics, computer science, biology (or specifically neuroscience), or engineering. Excellent quantitative and analytical skills are highly valued. We offer a structured program guiding doctoral researchers through the PhD work and plenty of opportunities for local and international collaboration. |
TYPE OF JOB | PhD - PhD position |
TYPE OF CONTRACT | CDD (temporary / 3 years) |