September 2016 - Comp-neuro - lists.cnsorg.org

Fellowships in Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Pennsylvania

by Vijay Balasubramanian

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience University of Pennsylvania The Computational Neuroscience Initiative (CNI, http://cni.upenn.edu <http://cni.upenn.edu/>) of the University of Pennsylvania seeks exceptional candidates for a CNI Postdoctoral Fellowship. Candidates with strong quantitative skills from a variety of fields including neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, physics, mathematics, and engineering will be considered. The selected Fellows will join an inter-disciplinary research environment in historic Philadelphia. CNI Fellows will be encouraged to foster collaborative research between multiple labs. The CNI supports inter-disciplinary and collaborative research at the frontier of knowledge about the brain, behavior, and the mind. We focus on systems-level approaches that integrate theory and computation with experiment. Our members include faculty, post-docs, and students from multiple programs and departments including neurobiology, cognitive science, psychology, physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, bioengineering, and computer science. Our research and training spans the three major elements of the field of Computational Neuroscience: 1) Theory – understanding the brain as an information-processing machine; 2) Experiments – providing quantitative methods to aid in the design, implementation, analysis, and interpretation of empirical studies that probe all levels of brain function, from molecules to behavior; and 3) Applications – including robotics, brain-machine interfaces, and new clinical tools. Applications should be submitted by email to compneuro(a)sas.upenn.edu <mailto:compneuro@sas.upenn.edu> and should consist of a CV and a cover letter stating the candidate's research experience and reasons for applying to this Fellowship. Please arrange for up two three letters of recommendation to be sent to the same email address with the candidate’s name in the subject line. Review of applications will occur on a rolling basis until the positions are filled The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds (http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu <http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/>). Vijay Balasubramanian, Director David Brainard, Co-Director Joshua Gold, Co-Director

Sept. 5, 2016

The Max Planck Research Group Neural Circuits in Germany is Now Hiring!

by Zaina Batool

Dear all, The Seelig Lab (Max Planck Research Group Neural Circuits) is currently offering two open positions on neural circuits in behaving animals for highly motivated scientists/graduate students interested in studying the role of neuromodulators in neural circuit function across behavorial states in health and disease: - one full-time postdoctoral position - one Ph.D. position More here: http://www.caesar.de/jointhelab0.html Best Regards, Zaina Batool Research Assistant, Max Planck Research Group Neural Circuits Forschungszentrum caesar Tel.: 0228/9656-361 Fax: 0228/9656 E-Mail: zaina.batool(a)caesar.de<mailto:zaina.batool@caesar.de> Forschungszentrum caesar assoziiert mit der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft Ludwig-Erhard-Allee 2 53175 Bonn www.caesar.de<http://www.caesar.de/>

Sept. 5, 2016

NEST User Workshop 3-4 November 2016 in Karlsruhe, Germany

by Hans Ekkehard Plesser

Dear all! The NEST Initiative is excited to invite all NEST users and developers to the second annual NEST User Workshop on 3-4 November 2016 in Karlsruhe, Germany. The Workshop provides an opportunity for the NEST Community to meet, exchange success stories, swap advice, learn about current developments in and around NEST and spiking network simulation and application. This year, the workshop will focus on the use of spiking networks in Neurorobotics and will kindly be hosted by Forschungszentrum Informatik (FZI) in Karlsruhe, Germany, in collaboration with the Human Brain Project and Forschungszentrum Jülich. The workshop is supported by the Human Brain Project Education Office. Registration for the Workshop is now open at http://indico-jsc.fz-juelich.de/e/nest2016 where you also will find more information about the workshop program and ways to contribute. Deadline for contributions is 18 September, for registration 7 October. Participation is free of charge, but you will have to cover your travel costs. Space is limited, so please register soon! I am looking forward to seeing you in Karlsruhe! Hans Ekkehard Plesser President, The NEST Initiative -- Dr. Hans Ekkehard Plesser Associate Professor Dept. of Mathematical Sciences and Technology Norwegian University of Life Sciences PO Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway Phone +47 6723 1560 Email hans.ekkehard.plesser(a)nmbu.no Home http://arken.nmbu.no/~plesser

Sept. 2, 2016

Opportunity in Open Source Brain project for experienced software developer

by Padraig Gleeson

(Apologies for cross postings) The Open Source Brain initiative (http://www.opensourcebrain.org) is looking to hire an experienced software developer to work on the web infrastructure for collaborative development of models in computational neuroscience as part of our multidisciplinary group <http://silverlab.org/> at University College London: https://goo.gl/kROHnZ This would be a great opportunity for someone who has plenty of experience with Java/JavaScript development (and a good helping of Python and/or Ruby) to get a job at the leading edge of efforts to build a truly open infrastructure for modelling and understanding the brain. Previous experience in computational neuroscience is an advantage, though excellent software development skills in a web environment and a desire to make a difference in this field are essential. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to fully participate in the academic activities related to this initiative including contributing to publications and attending scientific conferences. Deadline for applications is 12th Sept 2016. For informal enquiries, please contact p.gleeson(a)ucl.ac.uk ----------------------------------------------------- Padraig Gleeson Room 321, Anatomy Building Department of Neuroscience, Physiology& Pharmacology University College London Gower Street London WC1E 6BT United Kingdom +44 207 679 3214 p.gleeson(a)ucl.ac.uk -----------------------------------------------------

Sept. 2, 2016

Post-doc position in computational cognitive neuroscience at UC Berkeley

by Anne Collins

Hello, I run the Computational Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at UC Berkeley ( https://www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~acollins/) and am looking for a postdoc. *Post-doctoral research position at the CCN lab at UC Berkeley:* My lab investigates reinforcement learning, decision-making and executive functions. I’m looking to hire a post-doc interested in these topics. You should have (or be nearing completion of) a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, or a related field. Ideal candidates would have expertise collecting and analyzing EEG or fMRI data, experience in developmental or patient studies, or both. Experience in computational modeling is also highly desirable, and programming experience is essential. However, I welcome applications from anyone with experience and interest in RL, decision-making, or executive functions. This position can begin immediately, but the start date is flexible. To apply, please send your CV, contact information for your references, and a short letter about why you’re interested in this position to Anne Collins ( annecollins(a)berkeley.edu) -- Anne Collins Assistant Professor Tolman Hall, 3429 Department of Psychology University of California, Berkeley (510) 664-7146

Sept. 1, 2016

Associate professor position in Data Science (Big Data)

by Hans Ekkehard Plesser

The Department of Mathematical Sciences and Technology (IMT) at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) as Ås near Oslo has a permanent, full-time position available for an Associate Professor in Data Sciences (Big Data). The position is part of the University's programme for the recruitment of top researchers, which aims to recruiting an internationally leading, early-career researcher with a high potential for NMBU. The position requires research of high international quality. Big Data is relevant to several of NMBU's academic communities working within the environmental sciences and biosciences, and is especially important in fields of research and teaching in IMT. The goal is for the position to contribute to collaborations in the field across academic communities at IMT and NMBU. The person appointed to the position must therefore have excellent collaboration skills. The position will include: • one PhD Position (3 years) • NOK 0.25 million in operating funds For a detailed description of the position, our expectations and conditions, please see https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/127472/associate-professor-i… Deadline for applications is Oct 1, 2016. Best regards, Hans Ekkehard Plesser -- Dr. Hans Ekkehard Plesser Associate Professor Dept. of Mathematical Sciences and Technology Norwegian University of Life Sciences PO Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway Phone +47 6723 1560 Email hans.ekkehard.plesser(a)nmbu.no Home http://arken.nmbu.no/~plesser

Sept. 1, 2016