Postdoc position in experiment-guided computational neuroscience

ETH Zürich, Switzerland

Updated: 26 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 02 Jul 2024

4 Apr 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

ETH Zürich
Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Mathematics » Computational mathematics
Neurosciences » Other
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Switzerland
Application Deadline

2 Jul 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

41
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Postdoc position in experiment-guided computational neuroscience


The Laboratory of Biosensors and Bioelectronics (LBB) is looking for a postdoc who would lead our computational efforts towards understanding fundamental neuroscience concepts.


Project background

Creating realistic computational models of biological neural networks is among the most difficult challenges of neuroscience. However, such models could be extremely useful both in uderstanding how the brain processes and stores information, and also for reducing the vast parameter space of experimental efforts.

At LBB, we have the technology to build well-defined, in vitro networks of living neurons, and interact with them using microelectrode arrays. This provides us with a large amount of highly reproducible data that can be used to validate computational models.


Job description

Your task at LBB will be

  • to build realistic in silico models that faithfully represent in vitro networks of biological neurons
  • to validate these networks using microelectrode array data
  • to use the optimized models for suggesting new experiments
  • to identify digital biomarkers that can be used to classify disease models

Your profile
  • You are a team-player
  • You have a bachelor in physics, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
  • You have a PhD in computational neuroscience, physics, data science, or mathematics
  • You have the required social and leadership competencies  that allow you to  prosper at ETH Zurich

We offer

LBB is an interdisciplinary and international team that offers:

  • A challenging research project at the forefront of a new discipline that is bottom-up neuroscience
  • Healthy work-life balance
  • A social work atmosphere where life-long friendships are formed
  • Personalized coaching towards an academic career
  • Possibility of supervising student projects
  • Participation at many scientific conferences
  • State-of-the-art experimental and computational infrastructure

Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich


We value diversity
In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

  • Your motivation letter
  • Your CV and list of publications
  • The mobile phone numbers of your references

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information about LBB can be found on our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Prof. Janos Vörös, email [[email protected] ] (no applications).


About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in
science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education,
cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our
university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe,
yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to
develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Requirements
Research Field
Biological sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Mathematics
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Neurosciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Additional Information
Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
ETH Zürich
Country
Switzerland
City
Zurich
Postal Code
8006
Street
Rämistrasse 101
Geofield


Where to apply
Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/eth-zurich/2024/postdoc-position-in-experiment…

Contact
City

Zurich
Website

https://ethz.ch/en.html
Postal Code

8006

STATUS: EXPIRED

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