March 2026 - Comp-neuro - lists.cnsorg.org

postdoc opportunity in Cambridge

by Máté Lengyel

Dear All, We are looking for a postdoc to study the neural circuits and computational mechanisms of visual decision-making, learning, and attention, in a collaborative project in the labs of Jasper Poort and Máté Lengyel, based at the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. The project combines two-photon imaging, electrophysiology and optogenetic manipulation of different cell types and neural projections in visual and decision-making brain areas to understand how mice learn to become experts in different visually-guided decision-making tasks and flexibly switch attention between tasks. We are looking for candidates with advanced data analysis skills and experience with computational modelling, and previous experience in electrophysiology, two-photon imaging, optogenetics, and behaviour in mice. For more information about the labs see https://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/svl/ and https://lengyellab.org/ . Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Jasper Poort (jp816(a)cam.ac.uk) and for further info about the position see https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-associate-in-visual-neuroscie… Both Jasper Poort and Máté Lengyel attending COSYNE 2026 until Sunday, 15 March, so if you are around and interested in the position, we will also be happy to tell you more about our plans for the project in person. Best wishes, Máté Lengyel -- Professor of Computational Neuroscience Computational and Biological Learning Lab Cambridge University Engineering Department Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1PZ, UK tel: +44 (0)1223 748 532, fax: +44 (0)1223 765 587 email: m.lengyel(a)eng.cam.ac.uk web: lengyellab.org

March 12, 2026

Remote Machine Learning Engineer position at Tether Evo on NeuroAI

by Matteo Ferrante

We are looking for a *Machine Learning Engineer* to join our team at the forefront of *open research in NeuroAI*. Our work explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), using both invasive and non-invasive neural recordings. As part of Tether Evo, you will contribute to high-impact, open-source projects focused on *encoding* and *decoding brain activity* leveraging AI. Our mission is to advance scientific understanding while building real-world applications for neural interfaces, guided by transparency, accessibility, and collaboration. *Highlights:* - Work on cutting-edge NeuroAI research, with a focus on open access science, reproducibility and the aim of advancing our comprehension of the brain. You will do research on brain representations of external world such as language, imagery, vision and motor control, and how to encode or decode them to build the next generation of BCI systems. - Collaborate with leading institutions and top *academic partners* - Competitive compensation and a fully *remote* working environment - Opportunities to publish, contribute to open-source tools and shape the future of brain-tech innovation *What We’re Looking For:* - 3+ years of experience in ML research or industry, PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Neuroscience or related quantitative fields are highly evaluated. - Strong proficiency in Python and PyTorch. Experience with object-oriented programming and knowledge of *software engineering best practices for machine learning research (version control, testing, experiment tracking, reproducibility, and modular code design)*. Knowledge of HuggingFace transformers and diffusers interfaces. - Background in Artificial Intelligence, representation learning and generative models such as LLMs and diffusion models. - A person able to efficiently implement methods from scientific papers and turn research code into efficient, clean and well documented production code - Research experience with neural data such as fMRI, EEG, MEG, ECoG (appreciated extra) - Excellent scientific communication and collaboration skills, publications in top-tier scientific journals or AI/neuroscience conferences are welcome. If you’re passionate about advancing neuroscience and AI through open, ethical, and impactful research, we’d love to hear from you. Position is fully remote and applications are welcome from all over the world. If interested, please have an initial contact with me at matteo.ferrante(a)tether.io sending a CV and a short presentation letter with *Machine Learning Engineer application as mail subject.* If there is a strong match, the candidate will be welcome to start with the hiring and selection process. Matteo Ferrante Team Lead of Tether Evo - BCI

March 12, 2026

Lisa Oakes speaking on Thursday, April 2 in Developing Minds global online lecture series

by Jochen Triesch

Dear colleagues, On April 2, the Developing Minds global online lecture series is proud to host Lisa Oakes from UC Davis, USA, speaking on „Learning to look and looking to learn: Developmental cascades in infant attention“. Thursday, April 4, 2026: 8:00 am PT (Pacific Time, USA) 15:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) 17:00 CEST (Central European Summer Time) midnight, JST (Japan Standard Time). The zoom link/credentials are: https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/69277296898?pwd=4bIgEbzC35KVHU6zZV5cLRLnU… Meeting-ID: 692 7729 6898 Kenncode: 281316 Abstract: Infants rely on their visual behavior to learn about the world around them. However, across the first year their visual attention abilities undergo changes, dramatically altering what and how they learn. Adopting a developmental cascade framework, I will describe how infants’ attention changes during the first year, and how those changes are shaped by other developmental changes and how changes in visual attention contribute to development in other domains. Short Bio: Lisa Oakes received her BA in Psychology from UCSD and PhD in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. After 15 years as a faculty member at the department of psychology at the University of Iowa, she moved to UC Davis where she is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology and a Faculty Researcher at the Center for Mind and Brain. Dr. Oakes’s work examines cognitive development in infancy, with a particular focus on visual cognitive processes including perception, categorization, and attention. She has written over 100 articles and chapters, edited three volumes, and with David Rakison wrote Developmental cascades: Building the infant mind, which was the 2022 winner of the Eleanor Maccoby Book Award in Developmental Psychology awarded by APA Division 7. She recently wrote a textbook on infant development with Vanessa Lobue and Marianella Casasola entitled Infancy: The development of the whole child. She is the past-president of the International Congress of Infant Studies and currently serves as the editor-in-chief of the journal Infancy. The talk will be recorded and made available for later viewing. For more information on the talk series and recordings of previous events, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/developing-minds-series/home Best regards, Jochen Triesch -- Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch Johanna Quandt Chair for Theoretical Life Sciences Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies and Goethe University Frankfurt http://fias.uni-frankfurt.de/~triesch/ Recent publications: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-64234-z https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11204381?casa_token=RBlsm2RTa…

March 12, 2026

Postdoc or PhD opening in the modelling of oscillatory bursts and their information processing impact

by BATTAGLIA Demian

Dear all, We are happy to announce the opening of a two-year postdoctoral position (or three-year PhD position) in the group of Dr. Demian Battaglia within the Functional System Dynamics team at the University of Strasbourg, France ( [ https://funsyteam.org/ | https://funsyteam.org/) ] . The recruited candidate will also work in close collaboration with other experimental colleagues in the FunSy team, such as Dr. Romain Goutagny. The project investigates how complex neural dynamics support information processing in the brain by combining computational analysis of neural recordings with mechanistic modeling of neural circuits. The recruited researcher will primarily develop spiking network models to study how transient oscillatory activity shapes information flow, trajectory selection, and attention-like weighting of sequential inputs in distributed neural systems. In parallel, they will contribute to the analysis of hippocampal electrophysiological recordings collected during behavior, linking neuronal assemblies and oscillatory patterns to behavior and working memory. Depending on interests and progress, the work may also extend to the study of interactions between the hippocampus and its wider brain network using large-scale neural recordings, or to the comparison between control and pathological mouse models. We are seeking candidates with a background in computational neuroscience, computer science, physics, mathematics, or related fields, and a strong motivation to work on digital neurohealth applications. Applicants should have solid programming skills (e.g., Python, C/C++, Matlab), good communication skills in English (oral and written), and the ability to work effectively in an international team. Curiosity and open-mindedness are particularly valued, as our group tends to develop original methods tailored to specific scientific questions rather than simply applying existing ones. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: open until the position is filled (ideally by the end of April 2026). Please send your application, including a CV, motivation letter, publications if any (preprints accepted), and the contact details of at least two academic references who can provide recommendation letters. Pre-selected candidates will be interviewed over Zoom. The University of Strasbourg hosts a dynamic and growing neuroscience community spanning research from molecules and cells to whole-brain imaging and behavior, closely connected with clinical research. The city’s location at the crossroads of France, Germany, and Switzerland fosters interactions with leading transnational computational neuroscience centers. Strasbourg, one of the capitals of the European Union, offers a vibrant cultural and student life and is well connected by high-speed train to major European cities (e.g., less than two hours from Paris and Frankfurt). We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to groups underrepresented in STEM. CONTACT: Demian Battaglia ( dbattaglia(a)unistra.fr)

March 12, 2026

Methods in Computational Neuroscience at MBL in Woods Hole 2026

by Stefano Fusi

The deadline for applying to the Methods in Computational Neuroscience summer course at MBL in Woods Hole is approaching (March 16)! An exciting course with an amazing lineup of lecturers in a beautiful location. The course will run from July 24 to August 21, 2026. The online application form and additional information can be found at: https://www.mbl.edu/education/courses/methods-in-computational-neuroscience/

March 12, 2026

PhD opening on hybrid connectome-based / AI simulations of resting state activiy

by BATTAGLIA Demian

Dear all, We are happy to announce the opening of a PhD position in the group of Dr. Demian Battaglia within the Functional System Dynamics team at the University of Strasbourg, France ( [ https://funsyteam.org/ | https://funsyteam.org/ ] ). The recruited graduate student will work in close collaboration with the group of Dr. Laura Harsan and the IMIS team at the University Hospital of Strasbourg, specialized in rodent and human neuroimaging. The project aims to develop new approaches for modeling large-scale brain activity by combining mechanistic connectome-based models with modern machine-learning methods. Mean-field brain models grounded in structural connectivity provide mechanistic interpretability and allow researchers to reverse-engineer the dynamical principles underlying brain activity, but they remain simplified and only partially faithful to empirical data. In contrast, artificial neural networks can achieve high predictive accuracy when modeling neural time series, yet they are often difficult to interpret mechanistically. The project will explore the concept of a “hybrid twin,” a modeling framework that couples mechanistic brain models with data-driven neural networks to jointly achieve interpretability and empirical fidelity. These methods will be applied to the analysis of rodent and human fMRI data across multiple pathological conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, Down syndrome, and alcohol use disorder. We are seeking candidates with a background in computational neuroscience, computer science, physics, mathematics, or related fields, and a strong motivation to work on digital neurohealth applications. Applicants should have solid programming skills (e.g., Python, C/C++, Matlab), good communication skills in English (oral and written), and the ability to work effectively in an international team. Curiosity and open-mindedness are particularly valued, as our group tends to develop original methods tailored to specific scientific questions rather than simply applying existing ones. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: March 22, 2026 Please send your application, including a CV, motivation letter, publications if any (preprints accepted), and the contact details of at least two academic references who can provide recommendation letters. Pre-selected candidates will be interviewed over Zoom. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to a formal oral interview before a local committee for final qualification and selection. The University of Strasbourg hosts a dynamic and growing neuroscience community spanning research from molecules and cells to whole-brain imaging and behavior, closely connected with clinical research. The city’s location at the crossroads of France, Germany, and Switzerland fosters interactions with leading transnational computational neuroscience centers. Strasbourg, one of the capitals of the European Union, offers a vibrant cultural and student life and is well connected by high-speed train to major European cities (e.g., less than two hours from Paris and Frankfurt). We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to groups underrepresented in STEM. CONTACT: Demian Battaglia ( dbattaglia(a)unistra.fr) Laura Harsan ( harsan(a)unistra.fr)

March 12, 2026

Deadline approaching: Transatlantic Behavioural Neuroscience School, Aug 11-22nd

by Mateusz Kostecki

Hello! We would like to remind you that the deadline for registration to our Transatlantic Behavioural Neuroscience School is *this Sunday, March 15th!* The school is aimed at teaching young researchers everything they need to design and build their own behavioural setups, conduct complex experiments and analyze their data using open software and hardware. Our school is divided in five blocks: - *3D printing*, where you will have an opportunity to learn the theory necessary to take full advantage of this technique and how to use Autodesk Fusion software to design elements of your behavioural setup - *Electronics and Arduino*, that is intended to provide the skills necessary to understand the design of devices used in behavioural research; it will also teach how to build and program such devices - among others, optogenetics laser controllers, automated doors, stimulus delivery systems and devices used for synchronizing data streams - *Bonsai* module that aims at teaching you how to use Bonsai to track your animals, conduct closed-loop experiments with Arduino and analyze your data - *Deeplabcut* *and machine learning*, where you will gain an in-depth understanding of the DL tools used in behavioural science and learn how to apply them to extract interesting information from your data - *Project* is the module where you will apply all the knowledge gained during the course to build a 3D-printed setup for studying phototactic behaviour in Drosophila, conduct experiments and analyze the data School will be also composed of a series of lectures by researchers studying animal behaviour on different model systems and with different approaches. PhD students and early-stage researchers are especially encouraged to apply. *We provide partial or full travel grants and fee waivers for participants who cannot cover the costs. *This year,*thanks to collaboration with FENS*, European students will be also able to obtain travel grants and fee waivers. Please find more info here - https://nenckiopenlab.org/tbnss2026/. Best, Mateusz Kostecki -- --- Mateusz Kostecki Postdoc Jekely Lab Heidelberg University https://twitter.com/mtkostecki https://evolvingbehavior.blog/

March 11, 2026

Call - Senior or mid-career researchers in AI, data science and computational sciences - Paris Brain Institute – France

by SITT Jacobo Diego

-------------------------------------- Apologies for cross-postings -------------------------------------- The Paris Brain Institute (https://parisbraininstitute.org/) invites expressions of interest from internationally recognized senior and mid-career researchers in the fields of AI, data science and computational sciences to address key challenges in brain health and neuroscience. This expression of interest is part of a strategic effort to anticipate future recruitment opportunities and shape a future recruitment call. The Institute is currently exploring the launch of a formal recruitment call in Fall 2026, with potential appointments starting in Fall 2027. The potential offer could typically comprise a “Director of Research” position at CNRS, subject to institutional approval and competitive recruitment procedures, together with a competitive salary complement, and an attractive start-up package to enable the development of a new research team. We welcome expressions of interest from researchers working in areas including, but not limited to: * AI and data science for omics data * AI for drug discovery and repositioning * Computational modelling and AI for cognitive science * Computational modelling and AI for neurophysiology * Computational and data-driven neuroscience * Data science approaches for epidemiology * Integration of multimodal data * “NeuroAI” research at the interface of AI and neuroscience * Validation and benchmarking of AI systems For more details, please refer to the call content and application platform: https://institut-du-cerveau.wiin.io/en/applications/call-for-senior-or-mid-… The application is a lightweight process: please submit a full academic CV and a 1-page letter describing your interest in joining the Paris Brain Institute and your overall research vision through the platform. All submissions will be treated confidentially. Application deadline: Expressions of interest should be submitted no later than June 15th, 2026, 23h59 CET. Earlier submissions are highly encouraged as reviewing will be performed on a rolling basis. ----------------------------------- Also opened for applications: call for junior group leaders! As part of his strategic development in AI, data science and computational science, the Paris Brain Institute has opened a call for Junior group leaders. This junior call corresponds to a formal recruitment procedure. The Junior Group Leader will be recruited for five years, as a principal investigator, with a competitive salary. They will be awarded an attractive start-up package for kick-starting their group. For more details, please refer to the call content and application platform: https://institut-du-cerveau.wiin.io/en/applications/call-for-juniorgrouplea… Application deadline for Junior Group Leaders: April 26th, 2026, 23h59 CET. -- Jacobo Diego Sitt, MD, PhD, HDR INSERM DR1 Researcher Paris Brain Institute Paris, France

March 11, 2026

bioAI PhD student position at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, NY USA

by Benjamin Cowley

The Cowley group is recruiting a bioAI PhD student to start Fall 2026 at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in NY, USA (about an hour from NYC). This is a brand new PhD program track for students already with Master's degrees in a quantitative field (CS/engineering/physics, etc.) to build and apply computational approaches in cutting edge biological experiments. https://www.cshl.edu/phd-program/bioai-phd-program/ The Cowley group builds data-driven AI models to predict neural responses and behavior. We focus on closed-loop, active learning experiments that combine data collection and model training. https://cowleygroup.cshl.edu/ If interested, please directly contact Ben Cowley (cowley [at] cshl.edu) Ben will be at Cosyne 2026 and happy to chat.

March 11, 2026

Konstanz School of Collective Behavior 2026 ( Deadline extended to March 25th, 2026)

by Ahmed El Hady

*Konstanz School of Collective Behaviour 2026* *Konstanz, Germany * *20th July 2026 – 7th August 2026 *** *Deadline to apply: March 25th, 2026* The Konstanz School of Collective Behaviour (KSCB) <https://www.exc.uni-konstanz.de/kscb/about/> will take place between 20th July – 7th August 2026 at the Cluster of Excellence Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour (CASCB) at the University of Konstanz <https://www.uni-konstanz.de/en/>. Konstanz <https://www.konstanz.de/start> is a vibrant, small city located on the border between Germany and Switzerland, on the shores of the Bodensee (Lake Constance). Over three weeks, students will delve deeply into the topic of collective behaviour with lectures, hands-on tutorials, and projects, making it a unique and unforgettable experience. The school faculty will cover collective behaviours across a variety of species from cells, worms, drosophila, fish to non – human primates and human. A set of tutorials delving into state-of-the-art quantitative methods used to study collective behaviour will complement the lectures. At the end of the school, students will work on independent projects guided by our resident faculty and tutors. The Konstanz School of Collective Behaviour is intended for graduate students, doctoral researchers, and early postdoctoral researchers. We consider applicants with strong quantitative background including but not limited to physics, computer science, mathematics and engineering. Applicants with biological and experimental background will be considered if they demonstrate in their application extensive quantitative and mathematical background as the focus of the school is quantitative study of collective behaviours. Accommodation will be provided and paid by the organizers. A limited number of travel support will be provided and a registration fee will be due (500 Euros) once the student is admitted to the Konstanz School of Collective Behaviour. The registration fee will be waived to those coming from underrepresented minorities and those in need of financial support. The submission of applications for the fourth Konstanz School of Collective Behaviour is currently open until March 25, 2026. We will inform the applicants during the month of April whether their application was successful For further information about the school and the application procedure , visit our website: _https://www.exc.uni-konstanz.de/kscb/application-procedure/ _ *KSCB 2026 faculty : * ·Anastasia Bizyaeva ( Cornell University, USA) ·Iain Couzin ( University of Konstanz / Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior) ·Einat Couzin-fuchs ( University of Konstanz ) ·David Garcia ( University of Konstanz ) ·Dan Gorbonos ( Holon Institute of Technology, Israel and Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior) ·Stefan Krapitscka ( University of Konstanz ) ·Zachary Kilpatrick ( University of Colorado Boulder, USA) ·Liang Li ( Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior) ·Yonatan Loewenstein ( Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel) ·Ran Nathan ( Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel ) ·Mor Nitzan ( Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel) ·Britta Renner ( University of Konstanz ) ·Allyson Sgro ( Janelia Farm Research Campus, Virginia, USA) ·Joshua Shaevitz ( Princeton University, USA) ·Ariana Strandburg-Peshkin ( Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior) ·Katrin Vogt ( University of Konstanz ) *In case you have any questions, please contact: **ahmed.el-hady(a)uni-konstanz.de <mailto:ahmed.el-hady@uni-konstanz.de>** * All the best regards, Ahmed El Hady On behalf of the KSCB organizational committee Dr. Ahmed El Hady Principal Investigator Cluster for Advanced Study of Collective Behavior, University of Konstanz Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz Room ZT 907 Postbox 687 Tel.: +49 7531 88-4742

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