PhD Studentship

The Lab for Clinical & Integrative Neuroscience (Lab CLINT) aims to advance fundamental knowledge of human brain function and to use this knowledge to help people with psychiatric and neurological disorders. Our research integrates multimodal brain imaging techniques with novel neuromodulation. More specifically, we work to understand the mechanisms of (mal)adaptive plasticity and develop new treatment approaches for different neurological conditions (pain, tinnitus, Parkinson's disease, cognitive impairment) and psychiatric diseases (addiction, OCD, depression).

Lab CLINT of Prof Sven Vanneste at Trinity College Dublin is searching for 2 PhD students to join the team to work on a global, large-scale project funded by The Rainwater Foundation, and in collaboration with universities and institutions globally that form the TIDE Consortium.

The TIDE Consortium aims to develop an objective method for diagnosing tinnitus. By using newly-developed tinnitus-relevant task paradigms, and measuring brain activity using measures such as EEG, the project will collect data across its institutions globally, and aims to use artificial intelligence to identify a biomarker for those who hear tinnitus. The development of a biomarker of tinnitus would be a key step in progressing our understanding of the pathophysiology of tinnitus, and move us forward towards advancing patient management.

Post Status: 3 Years, Fully Funded Studentship

Research Group / Department / School:  Lab for Clinical & Integrative Neuroscience, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin

Location: Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, Lloyd Building, Trinity College Dublin, the University of DublinCollege Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

Salary: €22000_ annual stipend

Hours of Work: Full time

Application Details: 

• Applicants should submit a full Curriculum Vitae to include the names and contact details of 2 referees (including email addresses), to:-
• Name: Prof Sven Vanneste
• Email Address: [email protected]
•  Your CV should include grades of relevant coursework, academic distinctions, research experience and other practical experiences. Please also include previous oral presentations and scientific writing experience if applicable. In your cover letter, please take the time to outline your interests, your goals, and why you’d be good fit in our lab.

NOTE: Applicants must have been resident in an EU member state for 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible for EU fees.

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