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Job Opening at the Allen Institute for Brain Science: Computational Studies of Cortical Circuits

by Anton Arkhipov

An exciting opportunity to work at the Allen Institute for Brain Science: Scientist I/II - Computational Studies of Cortical Circuits. Apply here: https://alleninstitute.org/what-we-do/brain-science/careers/job-search/ Follow the link above and choose "Scientist I/II - Computational Studies of Cortical Circuits" from the list of available positions. Please feel free to contact me with any questions: antona(a)alleninstitute.org<mailto:antona@alleninstitute.org>. Scientist I/II - Computational Studies of Cortical Circuits The Allen Institute for Brain Science is seeking exceptional candidates for a position of Scientist in our Seattle-based, multidisciplinary organization. The Scientist will join the computational team of Anton Arkhipov and will focus on data analysis and modeling of structure, activity, and computations in mouse cortical circuits. Our computational team collaborates closely with experimentalists to build systematic classifications of structure and function of the mouse visual cortex based on high-throughput recordings in vitro (e.g., http://celltypes.brain-map.org and Gouwens et al., Nature Neurosci., 2019) and in vivo (e.g., https://portal.brain-map.org/explore/circuits and Siegle et al., bioRxiv 805010, 2019). Using systematically constructed models of neurons from diverse types (Gouwens et al., Nature Comm., 2018), we are building and simulating data-driven, highly realistic models of the mouse visual cortex (Arkhipov et al., PLOS Comp. Bio., 2018; Billeh et al., Neuron, in press, 2020; https://portal.brain-map.org/explore/models/mv1-all-layers) The team has also developed and disseminated the software enabling such modeling studies (https://alleninstitute.github.io/bmtk/ and https://github.com/AllenInstitute/sonata) Join us to analyze world-class experimental data and build the next generation of brain models. This work will enable mechanistic predictions regarding structure and function of cortical circuits and will drive new experiments. Job Responsibilities: * Collaborate with in-house experimentalists to analyze data from Neuropixels electrophysiology and/or 2-photon calcium imaging in the mouse brain, as well as electron microscopy connectomics. * Use these data to build and simulate models of cortical circuits, in order to study mechanisms connecting circuit structure and function. * Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals/scientific conferences. Required Qualifications: * PhD degree in Neuroscience, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related fields. * Strong publication record. Preferred Qualifications: * Track record of scientific excellence and independent thinking. * Experience in computational neuroscience and/or systems neuroscience is preferred, but other strong applicants will be considered (with background in computational physics, biophysics, and related disciplines). * Candidates with strong background in experimental systems neuroscience, willing to switch to computational work, are encouraged to apply. * Experience with scientific programming (e.g., in Python) and sharing/collaborative development of software (e.g., GitHub) is a plus. It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Anton Arkhipov Associate Investigator T: 206.548.8414 [cid:image002.png@01D5F0BA.BCEF7290] www.alleninstitute.org<http://www.alleninstitute.org/>

March 3, 2020

Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) positions (all levels) at Certara

by Hugo Geerts

The Certara Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) group, a global organization focused on the impactful application of QSP and mechanistic PKPD modeling and simulation in drug discovery and development is seeking highly motivated and talented QSP modelling experts at all levels, who share our passion for using quantitative approaches to understand and impact complex drug discovery and development questions. Certara is now also the leading provider of QSP approaches in neuro-degenerative diseases through the recent acquisition of the In Silico Biosciences modelling platform. Full time positions are available at various levels of experience across our global locations and for flexible, home-based roles. We are looking for individuals with * Postdoctoral experience in systems modelling for drug discovery/ development teams. * PhD (or equivalent) in life sciences, engineering, computer sciences, mathematics physics or equivalent. * Good understanding of PKPD, pharmacology and biology and its application in drug discovery and development. * Very familiar and outstanding hands-on expertise with Matlab, Neuron or other similar modelling software. * Strong publication record (commensurate with level of experience). Team working * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Skilled and experienced at facilitating a multi-disciplinary team to work together on a complex project. * Ability to clearly and efficiently communicate with all stakeholders. * Organized and with track record of delivering quality results on time. Personal * Ability to work virtually with project teams across different locations and time zones. * Leads by example. * Self-reliant. Other skills * Highly computer literate and familiar with modern IT and communications technology. * Good presentation skills. * Combines scientific excellence with ability to make impact in drug discovery and development programs. * Ability to manage multiple client project timelines and deliverables simultaneously. Role (depending on experience) * Overall responsibility for project delivery of quality QSP solutions on time. * Provide hands-on technical support for model building when required. * Work with clients to ensure they receive the expected added value. * Work with the consortium/ consulting teams to ensure optimal deployment of resources. * Work with Certara QSP line management to deliver optimum solutions. * Provide general expert technical input across Certara QSP portfolio. * Mentor other Certara QSP staff. Further information about Certara : https://www.certara.com/ Closing Date for Applications: Midnight (UK time), 29th March 2020 Applications: Please send your CV, covering letter to the Certara Careers Page: https://workforcenow.adp.com<https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.htm…> NOTICE: The information contained in this electronic mail message is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the designated recipient(s) named above. This message may be an attorney-client communication, may be protected by the work product doctrine, and may be subject to a protective order. As such, this message is privileged and confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this message in error and that any review, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and e-mail and destroy any and all copies of this message in your possession (whether hard copies or electronically stored copies). Thank you. buSp9xeMeKEbrUze

March 2, 2020

In-vivo two-photon imaging of synaptic proteins_Postdoc opportunity in Australia

by Patricio Opazo Olavarria

Dear colleagues, There is an exciting postdoc opportunity to investigate the molecular basis of memory formation in the lab of Dr. Patricio Opazo and Dr. Victor Anggono at the Queensland Brain Institute in Brisbane, Australia. The project will involve implementing a visual discrimination go/no go task in awake mice under the two-photon microscope to visualize the dynamics of synaptic proteins during learning and memory in the visual cortex. For more information about this position please contact Dr Patricio Opazo on email p.opazo(a)uq.edu.au<mailto:p.opazo@uq.edu.au>. or Apply directly at the University of Queensland Jobs search here: http://search.jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/509656/postdoctoral-research-fellow Kind regards, Pato ********************************************************** Patricio Opazo, PhD Group Leader Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Research Queensland Brain Institute The University of Queensland Building 79, Upland Rd Brisbane Qld 4072 Australia T +61 7 3443 2485 M +61 (0)428 311 510 E p.opazo(a)uq.edu.au W qbi.uq.edu.au/opazogroup CRICOS code: 00025B [signature_1643568986] The University of Queensland is embracing the Green Office philosophy. Please consider the environment before printing this email. This email (including any attached files) is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information of The University of Queensland. If you are not the addressee, you are notified that any transmission, distribution, printing or photocopying of this email is prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please delete and notify me. Unless explicitly stated, the opinions expressed in this email do not represent the official position of The University of Queensland.

March 2, 2020

Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience, Barcelona, Spain

by Alex Roxin

A. Roxin, Centre de Recerca Matemàtica, Bellaterra (Barcelona), Spain. Available immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher to study the network mechanisms underlying episodic memory formation in hippocampus. The project involves modelling as well as the analysis of electrophysiological and Ca-imaging data from mice. The ideal candidate has a strong background in math, physics or similar field. Experience in neuroscience is highly desirable but not required. To apply please send a CV, letter of interest, and contact information for two references to Alex Roxin at aroxin(a)crm.cat. Pre-application inquiries can be sent to the same address. -- Alex Roxin Computational Neuroscience Group Centre de Recerca Matemàtica Campus de Bellaterra, Edifici C 08193, Bellaterra (Barcelona) Spain https://sites.google.com/site/alexanderroxin/home

March 2, 2020

PhD Position in Multilingualism/Psycholinguistics

by Narly Golestani

With the launch of a new ‘NCCR Evolving Language’ (http://www.snf.ch/SiteCollectionDocuments/nfs/Faktenblatt_NCCR_evolvinglang…) which involves nearly 40 different research groups from a large variety of disciplines across Switzerland, we seek to fill a PhD position for a four-year project starting in May 2020, or at the selected candidate’s convenience. Our goal is to make progress in understanding language giftedness from cognitive, psychological and neural perspectives. To this end, we plan to carry out a set of studies involving both behavioral measures of cognitive and language-related abilities (e.g. auditory/perceptual abilities, phonemic perception and production, inductive learning, working memory etc) and brain imaging measures (fMRI and sMRI). The research group involves two PIs (Golestani, Geneva; and Berthele, Fribourg) and a postdoc. Data will be collected with Francophone (mono- and multilingual) subjects. Applicants should hold an MA degree in psychology, linguistics or a related field (e.g. psycholinguistics, applied linguistics, multillingualism), have a good command French and English and have strong quantitative research and statistics skills. Additional mastery of German and experience with neuroimaging techniques would be a strong advantage. The NCCR places great emphasis on gender diversity and we particularly encourage women to apply. Applicants may send a pdf file including a cover letter, a CV, names and contact information of 2-3 references as well as any other relevant documents to Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch<mailto:Narly.Golestani@unige.ch> and Raphael.berthele(a)unifr.ch<mailto:Raphael.berthele@unifr.ch>. Deadline for application: March 31 2020 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brain and Language Lab Prof. Narly GOLESTANI Department of Psychology Campus Biotech 9 Chemin des Mines, 1202 Genève +41 22 379 53 52 <https://outlook.unige.ch/owa/redir.aspx?SURL=5WTo-p-J-W9FrDydU-0WU4PdMytUGs…>http://www.brainandlanguagelab.org https://twitter.com/brain_lang_lab ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <https://outlook.unige.ch/owa/redir.aspx?SURL=5WTo-p-J-W9FrDydU-0WU4PdMytUGs…>

March 1, 2020

Postdoc position at the University of Melbourne, Australia

by Anthony Burkitt

Postdoctoral research fellow position in Neuroengineering / Computational Neuroscience at The University of Melbourne, Australia Applications close: 10 Mar 2020 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/902247/research-fellow-in-neuroengine… We are seeking an emerging, self-motivated individual with the ability to work collaboratively with the team, as well as lead their own research activities, to contribute to a multidisciplinary project at the forefront between neuroscience, robotics and artificial intelligence. This is the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to develop a career in research and apply their mathematical skills to neuroscience. This role will work in The Bionics, Biomedical Imaging and Neuroengineering group, comprised of leading internationally recognised researchers. You will work on a multidisciplinary project on perception, navigation and spatial awareness, in which the insights and mechanisms from neuroscience and the modelling of neural systems, particularly of vision and other sensory systems, can be analysed and used to inspire applications in autonomous robots and other artificial systems. Regards, Tony Burkitt Professor Anthony N. Burkitt BSc (Hons) PhD Chair of Bio-Signals and Bio-Systems NeuroEngineering Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering Melbourne School of Engineering The University of Melbourne, Victoria 3010 Australia T: +61 3 90353552 І M: +61 422 960 880 І E: aburkitt(a)unimelb.edu.au<mailto:aburkitt@unimelb.edu.au> W: www.eng.unimelb.edu.au<http://www.eng.unimelb.edu.au> http://www.bme.unimelb.edu.au

March 1, 2020

Modellers Workshop for the Brain Dynamics Toolbox, 1-20 March 2020

by Stewart Heitmann

Modeller’s Workshop for the Brain Dynamics Toolbox Online Course Mar 1-20, 2020 The Brain Dynamics Toolbox is an open toolbox for simulating dynamical systems in neuroscience. This on-line course is for researchers, students and instructors who wish to use the toolbox to build their own dynamical models. Participants learn the art of programming differential equations in Matlab and how to use the toolbox to solve those equations interactively. Topics include programming Ordinary Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations, Delay Differential Equations, Stochastic Differential Equations, Auxiliary Plot Functions and command-line tools. Example code is provided in all cases. Course Website https://bdtoolbox.org/p/modellers-workshop/ Important Dates Early-bird enrolments ($100) close Sunday 8th March, 2020. Late enrolments ($125) close Friday 20th March, 2020. Stewart Heitmann | Computational Scientist Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute | Lowy Packer Building | 405 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010 Australia E: s.heitmann(a)victorchang.edu.au<mailto:s.heitmann@victorchang.edu.au> | @VictorChangInst Disclaimer The information contained in this communication from the sender is confidential. It is intended solely for use by the recipient and others authorized to receive it. If you are not the recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking action in relation of the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. This email has been scanned for viruses and malware, and may have been automatically archived by Mimecast Ltd, an innovator in Software as a Service (SaaS) for business. Providing a safer and more useful place for your human generated data. Specializing in; Security, archiving and compliance. To find out more visit the Mimecast website.

Feb. 29, 2020

COSYNE 2020: Live streaming

by Tomas Hromadka

==================================================== Computational and Systems Neuroscience 2020 (Cosyne) MAIN MEETING 27 February - 01 March 2020 Denver, Colorado WORKSHOPS 02 March - 03 March 2020 Breckenridge, Colorado www.cosyne.org ==================================================== ---------------------------------------------------- LIVE STREAMING ---------------------------------------------------- Please note that tutorials and *selected* talks from Cosyne 2020 are streamed live on Cosyne youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzOTbZTHTubFNjANAR33AAg) ---------------------------------------------------- COSYNE ---------------------------------------------------- The annual Cosyne meeting provides an inclusive forum for the exchange of empirical and theoretical approaches to problems in systems neuroscience, in order to understand how neural systems function. The MAIN MEETING is single-track. A set of invited talks is selected by the Executive Committee, and additional talks and posters are selected by the Program Committee, based on submitted abstracts. The WORKSHOPS feature in-depth discussion of current topics of interest, in a small group setting. For details on workshop proposals please see below or visit Cosyne.org -> Workshops. Cosyne topics include but are not limited to: neural basis of behavior, sensory and motor systems, circuitry, learning, neural coding, natural scene statistics, dendritic computation, neural basis of persistent activity, nonlinear receptive field mapping, representations of time and sequence, reward systems, decision-making, synaptic plasticity, map formation and plasticity, population coding, attention, and computation with spiking networks. This year we would like to foster increased participation from experimental groups as well as computational ones. Please circulate widely and encourage your students and postdocs to apply. COSYNE INVITED SPEAKERS Matthew Botvinick (Deepmind/Princeton) Megan Carey (Champalimaud) John Cunningham (Columbia) Gul Dolen (Hopkins) Rainer Friedrich (FMI Basel) Sam Gershman (Harvard) Lisa Giocomo (Stanford) Christopher Harvey (Harvard) Mehrdad Jazayeri (MIT) Wei Ji Ma (NYU) Hendrikje Nienborg (Tuebingen/NIH) Linda Wilbrecht (Berkeley) Marta Zlatic (Janelia) ORGANIZING COMMITTEE General Chairs: Eugenia Chiappe (Champalimaud) and Christian Machens (Champalimaud) Program Chairs: Anne-Marie Oswald (U Pittsburgh) and Srdjan Ostojic (Ecole Normale Superieure Paris) Workshop Chairs: Catherine Hartley (NYU) and Blake Richards (McGill) Undergraduate Travel Chairs: Angela Langdon (Princeton) and Robert Wilson (U Arizona) Diversity Chairs: Eva Dyer (Georgia Tech, Emory) and Eric Shea-Brown (U Washington) Publicity Chair: Adam Calhoun (Princeton) Development Chair: Michael Long (NYU) Tutorial Chair: Il Memming Park (Stony Brook) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Stephanie Palmer (U Chicago) Zachary Mainen (Champalimaud) Alexandre Pouget (U Geneva) Anthony Zador (CSHL) CONTACT meeting [at] cosyne.org ---------------------------------------------------- COSYNE MAILING LISTS ---------------------------------------------------- Please consider adding yourself to Cosyne mailing lists (groups) to receive email updates with various Cosyne-related information and join in helpful discussions. See Cosyne.org -> Mailing lists for details.

Feb. 28, 2020

PhD position in numerical methods for uncertainty quantification in large-scale brain activity

by Avitabile, D.

The Department of Mathematics of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam welcomes applications for a fully-funded, 4-year PhD student position in Computational Mathematics. In this project you will work on uncertainty quantification for large-scale brain dynamics under the supervision of Daniele Avitabile. The project lies at the intersection between mathematical neuroscience and computational mathematics. You will study and implement methods for spatio-temporal patterns in a novel class of neural field models, which are relevant to understand epileptic seizures, visual hallucinations and short-term working memory. You will be based in the Department of Mathematics at VU Amsterdam, and collaborate closely with Gabriel Lord, at Radboud University. The application deadline is the 19th of April 2020, and the starting date is the 1 September 2020, or earlier. Applications should be sent using the following link, which also contains further details on the advertised position workingat.vu.nl/ad/phd-position-in-uncertainty-quantification-for-large-scale-brain-dynamics/i462jk Informal enquires can be directed to Daniele Avitabile (d.avitabile(a)vu.nl) Daniele Avitabile Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam www.danieleavitabile.com

Feb. 28, 2020

Postdoctoral position at Karolinska Institute

by Konstantina Kilteni

We are excited to announce an opening postdoctoral position at our lab in Karolinska Institute, to work on touch and tickle perception during voluntary movements! The main research focus of our lab ( https://ki.se/en/neuro/kilteni-laboratory) concerns how we distinguish self-generated from externally generated sensations. To address this question, we combine psychophysics, neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG) and neurostimulation (TMS) techniques. *What we offer:* - Access to research-dedicated 3T MR scanner, TMS and EEG. - Access to multiple robotic setups to study force, touch and tickle perception, as well as to EMG and motion tracking devices. - A dynamic, interdisciplinary, and international research environment, full of expertise and curiosity. *Requirements:* - A PhD in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, biomedical engineering, computer science or a related discipline. - Experience in any of the project’s techniques (psychophysics, fMRI, TMS, EEG). - Keen interest in experimental approaches to study touch perception. - Motivation to work independently as well as in a team environment. Candidates will contribute to all steps of the research from literature review to implementation of study design, data collection, data analysis and preparation of manuscripts. The position is available for 1 year with the possibility for continuation for 1 more year, starting in May 2020 (with some flexibility on the starting date). An application should include a CV, a list of publications, a summary of current work and references. For further information, please follow the link: https://ki.varbi.com/what:job/jobID:320274/ Deadline of applications: *March 19th.* We are very curious and very excited about our research. *Join us!* ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Konstantina Kilteni | Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Neuroscience | Karolinska Institutet Solnavägen 9 | 17165 Stockholm | Sweden http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6887-6434

Feb. 28, 2020