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Postdoc positions in cognitive neuroscience and computational psychiatry, University of Tuebingen, Germany

by Susan Fischer

**Apologies for cross-posting** Dear colleagues, The "Developmental Computational Psychiatry" lab and the W3 professorship "Computational Psychiatry" led by Tobias Hauser at the University of Tübingen (Germany) is currently hiring new postdocs. The focus of the lab is to better understand the computational and neural mechanisms underlying decision making and learning, and how these processes go awry in patients with mental illnesses. The successful candidates will have the chance to work in a highly dynamic and inspiring environment and to collaborate closely with Prof Peter Dayan and the Max-Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics. Concretely, we are looking for the following candidates: * Postdoc with experimental & neuroimaging background * Postdoc with computational modelling background * Postdoc with experimental computational modelling background More information about the positions can be found here: https://devcompsy.org/join-the-lab/ Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Tobias Hauser directly to informally discuss the positions. Best regards, Susan. ************************************************ Susan Fischer Coordinator Alexander von Humboldt Professorship Prof Peter Dayan & W3-Professorship ‘Computational Psychiatry’, Prof Tobias Hauser Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen Equal Opportunities Officer Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics Max-Planck-Ring 8 72076 Tübingen Germany ************************************************

Oct. 10, 2024

Open-rank Tenure-track Faculty Position in Assistive Technology for Disabilities

by Yu Zhang

*Open-rank Tenure-track Faculty Position in Assistive Technology for Disabilities* The P.C. Rossin College of Engineering & Applied Science at Lehigh University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in the area of Assistive Technology for Disabilities with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. The position is aligned with the ongoing Disability Interdependence across the Lifespan using Assistive Technology (DILAT) initiative. Applicants are required to possess an earned Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline by the date of hire. The primary departmental affiliation for this position within the Rossin College will be determined based on the alignment of expertise and interests between the candidate and the department. This search seeks candidates who have interdisciplinary expertise and a strong track record of productivity and publishing in one or more of the following research areas: wearable medical devices, robotics, smart assistive devices, rehabilitation devices, prosthetics, and computational approaches to assistive technologies for disabled populations. The successful candidate will be expected to develop platform technologies that can be adapted to address physical, sensory, cognitive, and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. This position is aligned with Lehigh’s strategic research investment in interdisciplinary approaches to improving health through assessments and interventions that occur outside of traditional healthcare settings. This position will leverage collaborations and resources within Lehigh’s College of Health and additional key investments made by the University in the new Health, Science, and Technology (HST) building, a hub of interdisciplinary health/biomedicine research. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the affiliated department and contribute to departmental, college, and university service. Candidates must also be committed to the enhancement of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in which world-class faculty, staff, and students can thrive to their full potential. *Review of Applications* — For full consideration, applications should be received online by November 7, 2024. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit materials at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28805. Candidates should submit the following materials for evaluation: 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae (CV), 3) a Research Statement that describes past scholarly contributions and future research directions, 4) a Teaching Statement that describes instructional philosophy and courses that the candidate plans to teach or develop, 5) a statement on contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) that describes knowledge, prior DEI experience, and the candidate’s future plans for enhancing community and culture at Lehigh (the Lehigh ADVANCE Center’s guide for understanding and preparing such statements is available here <https://advance.cc.lehigh.edu/sites/advance.cc.lehigh.edu/files/Applicant-F…>), and 6) names and contact information of at least three references. Any inquiries regarding this search should be directed to Professor Yu Zhang, chair of the Search Committee at inbioe(a)lehigh.edu. -- Yu Zhang, PhD Associate Professor Department of Bioengineering Lehigh University

Oct. 9, 2024

PhD/PostDoc in Mainz, Germany

by Janina Hesse

At the Computational Resilience Group in Mainz, we are looking for a PhD student or post doc interested in working at the interface of mathematical modelling of complex systems, advanced data analysis and psychology/ biology, with the aim to understand the neuronal and dynamical foundation of stress resilience. Details here: https://lir-mainz.de/assets/lir_84_doctoral-candidate-or-postdoc_eng_aktuel… With kind regards, Jun.-Prof. Dr. Janina Hesse Group leader Computational Resilience Research Pronouns: she/her Leibniz-Institut für Resilienzforschung (LIR) gGmbH Wallstraße 7 55122 Mainz www.lir-mainz.de<http://www.lir-mainz.de/> Telefon: +49 (0) 6131 89448-44 E-Mail: Janina.Hesse(a)lir-mainz.de [cid:2fdf5eab-1460-426f-9744-1857cc24ee94] Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender: Dr. Frank-Dieter Kuchta Geschaeftsfuehrer: Prof. Dr. Klaus Lieb, Prof. Dr. Beat Lutz (wissenschaftlich), Dr. Thorsten Mundi (kaufmaennisch). HRB 48032, Amtsgericht Mainz Diese E-Mail enthaelt vertrauliche und/oder rechtlich geschuetzte Informationen. Wenn Sie nicht der richtige Adressat sind oder diese E-Mail irrtuemlich erhalten haben, informieren Sie bitte sofort den Absender und loeschen Sie diese E-Mail. Das Kopieren sowie die Weitergabe dieser E-Mail und der darin enthaltenen Informationen ist nicht gestattet. This email may contain confidential and/or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient (or have received this email in error) please notify the sender immediately and delete this e-mail. Any unauthorized copying, disclosure or distribution of the material in this email is strictly forbidden. Unsere Hinweise zum Datenschutz finden Sie hier: https://lir-mainz.de/datenschutz

Oct. 9, 2024

M2 and/or PhD in Neuro-AI at CERCO, Toulouse, France

by MASQUELIER Timothee

Hi all, We are looking for a M2 and/or PhD student! Topic: Neuro-AI guided objective hearing assessment and hearing loss compensation. Details here: http://tmasquelier.free.fr/neurogram_M2+PhD_2025.pdf Please forward, distribute, etc. Cheers, Tim ___________________________________________________________________ Timothée Masquelier - timothee.masquelier(a)cnrs.fr - http://cerco.cnrs.fr/pagesp/tim

Oct. 9, 2024

Funded Ph.D. Positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (including comp neuro, medical AI)

by Philipp Berens

The Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems and the Universities of Stuttgart and Tübingen collaborate to offer an interdisciplinary doctoral program, the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS-IS). This doctoral program will accept its ninth generation of doctoral researchers in spring of 2025. This school is a key element of Baden-Württemberg’s Cyber Valley initiative to accelerate basic research and commercial development in artificial intelligence and robotics. We seek students who want to earn a doctorate while contributing to world-leading research in areas such as: • Artificial Intelligence • Biomedical Technology • Computational Cognitive Science • Computer Vision and Graphics • Control Systems and Optimization • Data Science & Visualization • Haptics and Human-Computer Interaction • Machine Learning • Micro- and Nano-Robotics • Natural Language Processing • Neuroscience • Perceptual Inference • Robotics and Human-Robot Interaction • Soft Robotics and Materials Our renowned faculty include Amirreza Aghakhani, Aamir Ahmad, Frank Allgöwer, Kai Arras, Robert Bamler, Christian Baumgartner, Philipp Berens, Matthias Bethge, Michael J. Black, Wieland Brendel, Andrés Bruhn, Andreas Bulling, Martin Butz, Luiz Chamon, Manfred Claassen, Katharina Eggensperger, Benedikt Ehinger, Carsten Eickhoff, Andreas Geiger, Jonas Geiping, Martin A. Giese, Moritz Hardt, Florian Hartmann, Daniel Häufle, Matthias Hein, Philipp Hennig, Christian Holm, Andrea Iannelli, Christoph Keplinger, Katherine J. Kuchenbecker, Hilde Kuehne, Hendrik Lensch, Nicole Ludwig, Sabine Ludwigs, Jakob Macke, Georg Martius, Kristof Meding, Celestine Mendler-Dünner, Michael Mühlebach, Sven Nahnsen, Mathias Niepert, Seong Joon Oh, Antonio Orvieto, Aniket Pal, Nico Pfeifer, Gerard Pons Moll, Michael Pradel, C. David Remy, Kerstin Ritter, Alina Roitberg, Philipp Rothemund, Samira Samadi, Dieter Schmalstieg, Syn Schmitt, Bernhard Schölkopf, Sabine Schulte im Walde, Michael Sedlmair, Thomas Speck, Steffen Staab, Ingo Steinwart, Benjamin Unger, Alexander Verl, Claire Vernade, Ulrike von Luxburg, Daniel Weiskopf, Felix Wichmann, Bob Williamson, Andreas Wortmann, Thomas Wortmann, and Charley Wu. Associated faculty include R. Harald Baayen, Franz Baumdicker, Peter Dayan, Jonathan Fiene, Konstantin Genin, Bedartha Goswami, Ksenia Keplinger, Miriam Klopotek, Anna Levina, Kay Nieselt, Peter Pott, Gunther Richter, Cornelia Sindermann, Maria Wirzberger, and Thomas Wolfers. Intelligent systems that can successfully perceive, act, and learn in complex environments hold great potential for aiding society. We seek doctoral students who are curious, creative, and passionate about research to join our school and help advance human knowledge about intelligent systems. • Admitted students can join our program starting in spring of 2025. • You will be mentored by our internationally renowned faculty. • You will register as a university doctoral student and conduct research. • IMPRS-IS offers a wide variety of scientific seminars, workshops, and social activities. • All aspects of our program are in English. • Your doctoral degree will be conferred when you successfully complete your doctoral project. • Our dedicated staff members will assist you throughout your time as a doctoral student. People with a strong academic background and a master’s degree (conferred or expected soon) in Engineering, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Mathematics, Control Theory, Neuroscience, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields should apply. IMPRS-IS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, or any other non-job-related criteria. We believe in the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity and inclusion. IMPRS-IS strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. Admission will be competitive. If selected, you will receive funding via an employment contract, subject to the rules of the Max Planck Society and the two participating universities. You can apply at https://imprs.is.mpg.de/application before 11:59 p.m. (23:59) CET on November 15, 2024. Finalists will be invited to selection interviews that will take place from February 13 to 21, 2025. For further information, please visit https://imprs.is.mpg.de -- Professor of Data Science, Director Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health Medical Faculty of the University of Tübingen www.hertie.ai

Oct. 8, 2024

Join Us for the Statistical Physics of Cognition Workshop – Institute of Physics, London

by Rajpal, Hardik

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to announce that the Statistical Physics of Cognition workshop will take place on the 25th and 26th of November 2024 at the Institute of Physics, King's Cross, London. This workshop will explore the intersection of physics and neuroscience to better understand cognition, bringing together leading researchers from various disciplines, including statistical mechanics, network science, self-organized criticality, information theory, and more. The programme for the workshop is now live and can be viewed here: https://iop.eventsair.com/spc2024/programme. While registrations open next week, we invite those interested in attending to fill out an expression of interest form in advance: https://iop.eventsair.com/spc2024/registration We especially encourage PhD students and Early Career Researchers to participate by submitting abstracts for poster presentations. This is a great opportunity to present your research, receive feedback from leading experts, and engage in exciting discussions. * Abstract submission deadline: 31st October 2024 * Submit your abstract here: https://iop.eventsair.com/spc2024/abstract-submission We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a thought-provoking event at the frontier of cognitive science and physics. Please feel free to share this announcement with your colleagues, students, and networks. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Hardik Rajpal Research Associate Organizing Committee, Statistical Physics of Cognition Workshop Imperial College London

Oct. 7, 2024

PhD/PostDoc position in Computational Psychiatry, University of Marburg

by Hamidreza Jamalabadi

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a PhD or Postdoctoral researcher to join our lab at the University of Marburg, starting as soon as possible. This position is funded by the prestigious DFG CRC/TRR 393 consortium, a long-term, multicenter project dedicated to understanding the trajectories of affective disorders. The position is initially for two years, with the possibility of extension up to an additional three years (maximum of five years). How to Determine if You Are a Good Fit: - Familiarize yourself with our work: Review the research papers listed below, visit our lab’s website (https://www.psycontrol-lab.de/) and explore the Physics of Cognition workshop we recently organized (https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/program/satellite-worksho…) Ask yourself if these topics align with your research experience or excite your intellectual curiosity- . - Conference Engagement: Do you regularly attend, or aspire to attend, conferences such as CCN, NeurIPS, ICLR, COSYNE, BCCN, BrainModes, OHBM, SfN, ECNP, or Computational Psychiatry? If these events resonate with you, you may find our environment a great fit. What You Will Bring: - A strong motivation to advance the understanding of mental health disorders. - A solid background in Dynamical Systems Theory, Machine Learning, Generative Visual AI, and Neuroimaging. - Proficiency in coding - Excellent command of the English language in writing and speaking. What You Can Expect From Us: - Access to one of the most unique infrastructures in this field including full access to multiple multimodal unique large datasets (N > 3000) in the field, including fMRI, DTI, EEG, and EMA. - Ample computational resources (dedicated CPU, GPU, and RAM) tailored to your needs. - - Collaboration with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team with backgrounds in Engineering, Physics, Psychology, and Medicine. - Strong national and international collaborations through projects like The Adaptive Mind (TAM, https://www.theadaptivemind.de/) and the Center for Mind, Brain, and Behavior (CMBB, https://www.cmbb-fcmh.de/de) and partnerships with labs in the UK, Netherlands, Germany, and the USA. - Dedicated travel funding and the ability to run your own studies. For postdoctoral candidates, there is potential to establish your own research group. If you resonate with our research and approach, please send your CV and a brief statement explaining why you are a good fit and why this opportunity excites you to hamidreza.jamalabadi(a)uni-marburg.de. There is no formal deadline for applications—reviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Key Publications Gaziv, G., Lee, M., & DiCarlo, J. J. (2024). Strong and precise modulation of human percepts via robustified ANNs. Advances in Neural Information Processing Systems, 36. Durstewitz, D., Koppe, G., & Thurm, M. I. (2023). Reconstructing computational system dynamics from neural data with recurrent neural networks. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 24(11), 693-710. Jamalabadi, H., Koppe, G., Nozari, E., & Hahn, T. (2023). Engineering the Mind: Actionable Technical Requirements for Innovation in Clinical Neuroscience. Stocker, J. E., Koppe, G., Reich, H., Heshmati, S., Kittel-Schneider, S., Hofmann, S. G., ... & Jamalabadi, H. (2023). Formalizing psychological interventions through network control theory. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 13830. Winter, N. R., Blanke, J., Leenings, R., Ernsting, J., Fisch, L., Sarink, K., ... & Hahn, T. (2024). A Systematic Evaluation of Machine Learning–Based Biomarkers for Major Depressive Disorder. JAMA Psychiatry, 81(4), 386-395. Goetschalckx, L., Andonian, A., Oliva, A., & Isola, P. (2019). Ganalyze: Toward visual definitions of cognitive image properties. Proceedings of the IEEE/CVF International Conference on Computer Vision, 5744-5753. Hope to hear from you soon! Best regards, Hamidreza Jamalabadi -- Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Hamidreza Jamalabadi Professor for Computational Psychiatry Psychiatric Control Systems Lab Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Philipps-Universität Marburg Rudolf-Bultmann-Straße 8 35039 Marburg Germany Tel.: +49 6421 5863827 Email: hamidreza.jamalabadi(a)uni-marburg.de hamidreza.jamalabadi(a)psycontrol-lab.de Web: https://www.psycontrol-lab.de/

Oct. 7, 2024

Post-doc position available-Rennes, France - Computational modeling of genetic mutations at cellular level

by fabrice.wendling＠inserm.fr

Dear colleagues Please find below an offer for a Post-Doc/Engineer position in our laboratory, starting in Autumn 2024. The successful candidate will work on a national multidisciplinary project called Innov4epik. This is a hospital-university research project (RHU) involving 10 centers in France. It focuses on pediatric epilepsies caused by genetic mutations inducing alterations in transmembrane ion channels. Please feel free to forward this offer to anyone who might be interested in a topic on electrophysiological signal modeling and processing (LFPs, EEG) in the context of epilepsy. Many thanks in advance. fw --- Post-doc or Research Engineer position offer (ref: RHU2024-MICRO) Computational modeling of genetic mutations at cellular level Context. Developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEEs) are a group of severe rare diseases where the combined effect of seizures, most often drug resistant, and the non-seizures consequences of the disease etiology, often genetic, entail a debilitating encephalopathy with drastic effects on the neurodevelopmental, psychiatric, and motor abilities of the patients. DEEs due to potassium channel mutations (K-DEEs) are emblematic of this disease presentation. Rationale. The mechanisms underlying the relationship between i) the molecular effect of a gene mutation (KCNB1/KCNT1/KCNA2) on specific voltage gated potassium channel function, and ii) the patient-specific phenotypes observed in scalp-recorded EEG signals remain elusive. Computational models inspired from neuronal physiology is now recognized as a most efficient way to bridge the gap between i) changes occurring at the level of neurons and neuronal circuits and ii) electroencephalographic (EEG) signals recorded in patients containing markers of the underlying pathology. Objective. The objective of the proposed research position is to design novel neuro-inspired models taking into account the molecular effect of a gene mutation on the specific voltage-gated potassium (K) channel function and the specific phenotypes observed in patients (scalp-recorded EEG signals) and in genetically-modified mice (local field potentials) in which downregulation or upregulation of K channels is induced. Methods. Detailed multicompartment models (i.e. including dendrites, soma and axon) will be developed. They will be based on Hodgkin and Huxley's (HH) formalism. They will describe both passive (membrane capacitance, axial resistivity, leakage conductance, and membrane time constant) and active (voltage-gated and ligand-gated ion channels) membrane properties. The channel pathogenic variants of KCNB1/KCNT1/KCNA2 mutations identified in 2 other work packages (1 & 2) will be inserted in the membrane in order to study the impact of the channel mutation on the firing rate curves of considered neuron subtypes, typically pyramidal neurons (PYR), somatostatin (SST-), parvalbumin (PV-), and vasoactive intestinal polypeptide (VIP-) positive interneurons. Optimization methods will be developed for identifying optimal parameters minimizing the distance between real and simulated electrophysiological signals (LFPs). Models will use the Hodgkin & Huxley formalism. They will be developed in Python. They will extend already-existing models at cellular level. Strong background is available ( <https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling/> https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling/) Scientific domains. Engineering (computational, biomedical); Neurophysiology; Neuroscience; Neurology; Computer Science (implementation of Python routines into an existing software application named COALIA). Scientific environment. This research will benefit from an outstanding clinical research environment, centered around the largest curated K-DEE cohorts, coordinated by the Necker reference center for rare epilepsies (Prof. Rima Nabbout), and assembling an extensive group of experts from various specializations, including clinical, electrophysiological, psychological, computational, translational research, biotechnology and pharma industry. Candidate profile. The research project is at the interface between biomathematics (neuro-inspired models) and neuroscience/neurology (epilepsy). The Post-doc/Engineer fellow (PhD level) will preferably have a strong background in computational neuroscience/systems biology or in electrical engineering with experience in bio-signal processing. Knowledge in electrophysiology and/or EEG analysis would be an asset. Contract The position will be opened November. 1st, 2024 (flexible). The contract is for 3 years (flexible). The employer is the University of Rennes. The competitive salary will be according to experience (2350 Euros net, minimum). The candidate will also have access to the French system benefits. Location in the city of Rennes, France. LTSI-Inserm laboratory, University of Rennes. In addition, the hired person will have the opportunity to actively collaborate with other groups involved in the innov4epik RHU project (2024-2029), funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). Contact (please provide resume, cover letter and email of 2 references) Pascal Benquet (Prof Univ Rennes, LTSI, France) Email: <mailto:pascal.benquet@univ-rennes.fr> pascal.benquet(a)univ-rennes.fr Fabrice Wendling (DR Inserm, LTSI, France) Email: <mailto:fabrice.wendling@inserm.fr> fabrice.wendling(a)inserm.fr --- Fabrice WENDLING DR Inserm LTSI, Inserm UMR1099 - Université de Rennes Co-directeur équipe Cinetyks Campus de Beaulieu - Bât. 22 35042 Rennes Cedex - France - Tel: +33 2 23 23 56 05 / 62 20 - +33 6 58 25 75 30 Email: <mailto:fabrice.wendling@inserm.fr> fabrice.wendling(a)inserm.fr <https://ltsi.univ-rennes.fr/> https://ltsi.univ-rennes.fr/ <https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling> https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling <https://www.galvani-lab.eu/> https://www.galvani-lab.eu/

Oct. 7, 2024

PhD and PostDoc positions at the Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health at University Tübingen

by Kerstin Ritter

The “Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health” (Hertie AI) at the Faculty of Medicine of the Eberhard Karls University Tübingen is funded by the Gemeinnützige Hertie Stiftung to develop AI algorithms, which detect diseases of the nervous system earlier and treat them better. The Department of Machine Learning for Clinical Neuroscience is currently recruiting PHD CANDIDATES and POSTDOCS. We develop advanced machine and deep learning models to analyze diverse clinical data, including neuroimaging, psychometric, clinical, smartphone, and omics datasets. While focusing on methodological challenges (explainability, robustness, multimodal data integration, causality etc.), the main goal is to enhance early diagnosis, predict disease progression, and personalize treatment for neurological and psychiatric diseases in diverse clinical settings. We seek motivated candidates with strong machine learning skills who are eager to work on real-world medical challenges. Experience with complex medical data—whether imaging, time-series, or tabular—and current machine learning methods like CNNs and transformers is highly valued.  - If you want to join the  Hertie AI  as a PhD student, apply via the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS, https://imprs.is.mpg.de/application) until November 15th. - If you want to join as a Postdoc, please submit your CV (max. 2 pages), a list of publications (max. 2 pages), and a motivation letter via this link: https://jobs.medizin.uni-tuebingen.de/Login/5200 For more information, please visit our career page: https://hertie.ai/earlycareer We offer an exciting and supportive environment with access to state-of-the-art compute facilities, mentoring and career advice through experienced faculty. Hertie AI closely collaborates with the world-class AI ecosystem in Tübingen (e.g. Cyber Valley, Cluster of Excellence “Machine Learning in Science”, Tübingen AI Center). The remuneration is in accordance with TV-L (collective wage agreement for the Public Service of the German Federal States), severely handicapped persons with equal qualifications are given preferential consideration. Since the University of Tübingen aims to increase the proportion of women among its academic staff, women are strongly encouraged to apply. Interview expenses are not covered. Please note the applicable vaccination regulations. Questions can be addressed to hertieai(a)medizin.uni-tuebingen.de Please get in touch! Best wishes Kerstin Ritter _____________________________________________________________ Prof. Dr. Kerstin Ritter Professor of Machine Learning for Clinical Neuroscience Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health Medical Faculty of the University of Tübingen www.hertie.ai

Oct. 6, 2024

Announcement of BrainCriticality 2024 3-day conference Nov 6 - 8, 2024, NIH, USA

by Plenz, Dietmar (NIH/NIMH) [E]

Brain Criticality Hybrid Meeting November 6 - 8 2024 (in person/virtual) For registration and details see: https://braincriticality.org/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbraincrit…> This hybrid meeting will take place at the National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA with ~25 speakers over the course of 3 days. Contributions will cover recent developments in the fields of systems neuroscience and collective phenomena in complex systems with focus on the role of criticality and its implications for normal and abnormal brain dynamics. Dietmar Plenz, Ph.D. Senior Investigator Section on Critical Brain Dynamics National Institute of Mental Health USA "Complexity from simple rules"

Oct. 5, 2024

Call for Abstracts/Papers - ICICIP2025, Muscat, Oman, February 6-11, 2025

by Pub Conference

*Call for Abstracts/Papers* Conference website: https://conference.cs.cityu.edu.hk/icicip/ The 13th International Conference on Intelligent Control and Information Processing (ICICIP2025) will be held in Muscat, Oman, February 6-11, 2025, following the successes of previous events. As the capital of Oman, Muscat is Oman's largest city with a population of over four million people and numerous tourist attractions. ICICIP2025 aims to provide a high-level international forum for scientists, engineers, and educators to present the state of the art of research and applications in related fields. The conference will feature plenary speeches given by world-renowned scholars, regular sessions with broad coverage, special sessions focusing on popular topics, and post-conference workshops/tutorials in the region. Prospective authors are invited to contribute high-quality papers to ICICIP2025. In addition, proposals for special sessions within the technical scopes of the symposium are solicited. Special sessions, to be organized by internationally recognized experts, aim to bring together researchers in special focused topics. Papers submitted for special sessions are to be peer-reviewed with the same criteria used for the contributed papers. Researchers interested in organizing special sessions are invited to submit formal proposals to ICICIP2025. A special session proposal should include the session title, a brief description of the scope and motivation, names, contact information, and brief biographical information on the organizers. Authors are invited to submit abstract only or full-length papers (8 pages maximum) by the submission deadline through the online submission system. Potential organizers are also invited to enlist five or more papers with cohesive topics to form special sessions. The submission of a paper implies that the paper is original and has not been submitted under review or is not copyright-protected elsewhere and will be presented by an author if accepted. All submitted papers will be refereed by experts in the field based on the criteria of originality, significance, quality, and clarity. The authors of accepted papers will have an opportunity to revise their papers and take consideration of the referees' comments and suggestions. All accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore subject to meeting IEEE Xplore's scope and quality requirements. Selected high-quality papers will be included in several journal special issues. The abstract and paper submission system is now open. Abstract and Paper Submission link: https://openreview.net/group?id=IEEE.org/ICICIP /2025/Conference&referrer=%5BHomepage%5D(%2F)#tab-your-consoles *Abstract Only or Paper Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024*

Oct. 5, 2024

Open Faculty Positions at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: Apply by Oct. 15, 2024

by Kenji Doya

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) is calling for applications to the tenure-track and tenured faculty positions in Mathematical Sciences, including applied math, statistics, and data sciences. OIST provides innovative, international and interdisciplinary research environment with strong internal funding for research units. Please check the web page for details: https://www.oist.jp/careers/faculty-positions The application deadline is October 15th, 2024. Best wishes, Kenji ---- Kenji Doya <doya(a)oist.jp> Neural Computation Unit, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University 1919-1 Tancha, Onna, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan Phone: +81-98-966-8594; Fax: +81-98-966-2891 https://groups.oist.jp/ncu

Oct. 5, 2024

Open neuroimaging position E13 100%

by Jochem Rieger

Dear all, we have an open position as project coordinator and developer for open neuroimaging enthusiasts! The E13 salary level position is in our DFG-funded device center "Tools and practices for open neuroimaging". We are looking for a person with neuroimaging experience at the doctoral or pos-doctoral level who will coordinate the project with our international network and develop software tools along the neuroimaging data (pre-)processing pipeline. The announcement is here: https://uol.de/en/job/scientific-software-engineer-or-data-scientist-mfd-fo… The application deadline is October 15th If you have further questions on how you could build your career in the open neuroimaging ecosystem from here please contact jochem.rieger(a)uni-oldenburg.de Looking forward to your application, Jochem -- Jochem Rieger Prof. Dr. rer. nat. habil. Applied Neurocognitive Psychology DFG Center for Open and Reproducible Neuroscience Tools NFDI sections ELSA and metadata DFG Cluster of Excellence Hearing4All Carl-von-Ossietzky University Oldenburg Phone: +49 (0)441 798 4533 Web:https://uol.de/en/applied-neurocognitive-psychology github:https://github.com/ANCPLabOldenburg

Oct. 4, 2024

PhD candidate or Post-doctoral research scientist (m/w/d) in cochlear implant research

by Bernhard Seeber

Dear List, For research on Cochlear Implant Modelling and Algorithms we are looking for a PhD candidate or Post-doctoral research scientist (m/w/d) as a full-time position to start at the earliest convenient date (open call). Your responsibilities: - Modeling auditory nerve responses to electrical stimulation and development of neural-model based stimulation strategies for users of auditory neuronal prostheses (cochlear implants) - Developing listening tests to measure performance with novel stimulation strategies in complex listening situations - Statistical analysis of the results - Publication in English-language scientific journals and presentations at conferences - Supervision of student projects, assistance with teaching and with raising external funding. Your qualifications: - (Interest in completing a) Doctoral degree (PhD) in one of the following areas: auditory neuroscience, psychoacoustics, medical physics/audiology, audio technology, signal processing, or a related area - Knowledge and experience desirable in neural modeling and models of the auditory system, designing and analyzing psychoacoustic experiments, direct stimulation of cochlear implants, algorithms for hearing devices, auditory perception, audio signal processing - Very good programming skills in Matlab, Python, or C/C++ - Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as experience with scientific publications - Knowledge and command of the German language desirable for working with cochlear implant users - Flexibility and good interpersonal skills and interest in basic research and medical applications - Interest in supervising students, helping with teaching and raising external funds. Our offer: We offer you the opportunity to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team, to work with up-to-date technical equipment including sound booths equipped with direct stimulation hardware for cochlear implants, an anechoic chamber hosting an audio-visual virtual reality system, and to learn about the latest methods in hearing research. Our close interaction with the Bernstein Centre for Computational Neuroscience Munich, the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences, the Hearing Research Network Munich, our extensive cooperation with industry and with scientific partners, and the numerous talks and courses offered at TUM create an attractive environment with excellent perspectives for personal development. Please see www.aip.cit.tum.de, http://y2u.be/yN7vD1khTOI and www.tum.de for information. We offer a full-time position as academic staff with the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree. Salary is according to the Collective Agreement for the Civil Service of the Länder (TV-L/E13, 100%). The position is initially for 1 year and intended to be extended. TUM strives to raise the proportion of women in its workforce and explicitly encourages applications from qualified women. The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance. Your application: I look forward to answering your questions on the phone (+49 89 289 28282) or by email. Please send your expressive application by email no later than 03 November 2024 to Prof. Bernhard Seeber, aip(a)ei.tum.de. As part of your application, you provide personal data to the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Please view our privacy policy on collecting and processing personal data in the course of the application process pursuant to Art. 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation of the European Union (GDPR) at https://portal.mytum.de/kompass/datenschutz/Bewerbung. By submitting your application you confirm to have read and understood the data protection information provided by TUM. Best, Bernhard -- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Bernhard U. Seeber Audio Information Processing Department of Computer Engineering School of Computation, Information and Technology Technische Universität München Arcisstrasse 21 D-80333 Munich, Germany Office: +49 89 289-28282 Fax: +49 89 289-28211 Mobile: +49 (0)174 928 6338 Visitors: Theresienstrasse 90, building N5, room N6504 Web: www.aip.cit.tum.de https://www.youtube.com/@audioinformationprocessing Key affiliations: Department of Computer Engineering, CIT Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience Munich Munich Institute of Biomedical Engineering (MIBE) Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI)

Oct. 4, 2024

AE Autumn Summit on Open Problems in AI (Oct 23-24th, Euston, London)

by Battleday, Ruairidh

AE Autumn Summit on Open Problems for AI. Friends House, Euston, London, Oct 23-24. What are the next set of challenges for AI algorithms? What are the open problems in application? Join the UK’s leading AI researchers, policy makers, and entrepreneurs in this global summit. We are pleased to announce our final line-up and reduced ticket prices! www.algopreneurship.org Day 1 (Oct 23rd) - Algorithms We’ll be hearing from Professor Karl Friston <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_J._Friston> (UCL & Verses.ai <http://verses.ai/>), Professor Claudia Clopath <https://profiles.imperial.ac.uk/c.clopath> (Imperial), Dr Katja Hofmann <https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/people/kahofman/> (Microsoft), Dr Martin Riedmiller <https://sites.google.com/view/riedmiller/home> (Google DeepMind), Professor Tim Rocktäschel <https://rockt.github.io/> (Google DeepMind & UCL) Panels on Fundamental AI research challenges (University of Oxford, DeepMind, Meta <https://ai.meta.com/research/fair-paris/>, XTX Markets <https://xtxmarkets.com/>); New Kinds of AI Research Institution (Kings AI Institute <https://www.kcl.ac.uk/ai>, <https://www.aria.org.uk/>Alan Turing Institute <https://www.turing.ac.uk/>, Advanced Research and Invention Agency <https://www.aria.org.uk/>, Ellison Institute <https://eit.org/>, <https://www.airstreet.com/>Cambridge Consultants <https://www.cambridgeconsultants.com/>) Day 2 (Oct 24th) - Applications Professor Sana Khareghani <https://rai.ac.uk/team/professor-sana-khareghani-2/> (RAI <https://rai.ac.uk/> & KCL), James Donovan <https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-donovan-111a7a122/> (OpenAI), Professor Mounia Lalmas <https://research.atspotify.com/2020/09/mounia-lalmas-roelleke/> (Spotify), Professor Eiman Kanjo <https://profiles.imperial.ac.uk/e.kanjo> (tinyML/Imperial/Nottingham Trent), Danny Gray <https://jaaq.org/creator/35911> (Just Ask A Question <https://jaaq.org/home>), Tarig Hilal <https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarighilal/> (Akord AI <https://cdi.akord.org/>), Ashley Ramrachia <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ramrachia-0988675/> ( Academy <https://academy.tech/>), Dr Chanuki Illushka Seresinhe <https://www.linkedin.com/in/chanukiseresinhe/> (Boon/beautifulplaces.ai) Future Leaders Breakout Rooms (UKRI, Future Leaders Development Network <https://www.flfdevnet.com/>, No, 10 Downing Street Data Team, Tony Blair Institute <https://www.institute.global/>, Zeki <https://www.thezeki.com/>, Octopus ventures <https://octopusventures.com/>, Entrepreneur First <https://www.joinef.com/>), Panels on AI and Education Panel (Raspberry Pi <https://www.raspberrypi.org/>, Inversity <https://inversity.co/welcome>, micro:bit <https://microbit.org/>, memrise <https://www.memrise.com/en-us/>, Five Arrows <https://www.rothschildandco.com/en/five-arrows/>); Challenges for AI in Biomedicine Panel (KCL, QMU, Alan Turing Institute, Sonus AI <https://decorte.co.uk/>, RedAlpine <https://www.redalpine.com/>) Student tickets: £10 General: £30 This should be an exciting and productive event, and we expect an audience of 1000 of the UK best AI researchers, policy makers, and entrepreneurs, at student, early stage, and full career levels. There will be breakouts, and a final reception. We hope to see you there! -- Dr Ruairidh McLennan Battleday BMBCh (Oxon) PhD President Thinking About Thinking, Inc <https://thinkingaboutthinking.org> Postdoctoral Research Fellow Center for Brain Science, Harvard University Center for Brains, Minds, and Machines, MIT

Oct. 4, 2024

Tenure Track Faculty Position in Neuromorphic Computing at the University of Calgary

by Wilten Nicola

*Please note that the Job ad below has been extended until the end of October. * Canada Research Chair (Tier II), *Neuromorphic Technologies,* Biomedical Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering Position Description The Schulich School of Engineering, in partnership with the Hotchkiss Brain Institute (HBI), at the University of Calgary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025. The selected candidate will be nominated for a Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Neuromorphic Technologies. Further information about the Canada Research Chairs Program can be found on the Government of Canada’s CRC website ( <https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx> https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx) <https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx> including eligibility criteria. The successful candidate will be appointed to a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) and will be a full member of the HBI. In alignment with the University of Calgary's *Ahead of Tomorrow* strategic plan and in support of its strategic academic and research priorities, the successful candidate will actively contribute to research, student/postdoc supervision, undergraduate and graduate teaching as well as curriculum development. In time, the successful candidate is expected to grow into a leadership role within the department, school, institute, and university. The successful candidate will also provide service to the department, faculty, institute, university, and community and contribute to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces. The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong research program in the area of neuromorphic technologies within BME and the HBI computational neuroscience initiative, with the potential to achieve national and international recognition in the next five to ten years. They will be expected to attract competitive external funding to support their research activities and to attract excellent trainees and staff. They will also be expected to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, related to their area of expertise. In alignment with the University of Calgary's strategic vision, and in support of its strategic priorities of leadership, teaching and research integration, the successful applicant will actively contribute to teaching and curriculum development. The successful candidate will be an emerging scholar with an original, creative, innovative, and forward looking research program, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to become an international leader in the field. Applicants must have earned a PhD in engineering, life sciences, or equivalent. They must have demonstrated evidence of scholarly impact, research productivity, research funding, transdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to lead a productive independent research group. The ability to attract, supervise and mentor graduate students is essential. Applicants should also show that they have experience in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level and contributing to their department/school/community. The successful candidate’s research program will focus on advancing one or more areas in the field of Neuromorphic Technologies. Research areas and applications of interest to BME and the HBI include developing 1) new brain-inspired algorithms and neuromorphic hardware, and 2) sensory processing systems suitable for brain-computer applications. Candidates with other related activities in the computational neuroscience/brain computer interface/neuromorphic technologies space are also valued by the University of Calgary and these applicants are encouraged to apply. The research area exemplifies the University of Calgary’s vision of research that is built around areas of excellence, entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, advanced technology, and strong connections to industry and community. The successful candidate will have a mandate to establish a research program that advances critically required knowledge for neuromorphic technologies, that will attract competitive external funding, and to contribute to teaching and graduate student supervision at the University level. They are expected to be or become eligible for registration as a professional engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) ( <https://www.apega.ca/> https://www.apega.ca/) <https://www.apega.ca/>. If any candidates require further information about this criterion, they are encouraged to contact the BME Department Head. The University of Calgary is committed to fostering diversity through cultivating an environment where people with a variety of backgrounds, genders, interests and talents feel welcome and included. In 2016, the Schulich School of Engineering was recognized with the KNOVO Award of Distinction to honour the school’s commitment to diversity and equity. The new Biomedical Engineering Department, with new teaching labs and renovated research labs, is the home of undergraduate (BSc) and graduate (MEng, MSc, PhD) programs and is an anchor for cross-campus transdisciplinary activities in Biomedical Engineering. Biomedical Engineering activities occur across multiple faculties at the University of Calgary (ucalgary.ca/bme <http://www.ucalgary.ca/bme>) <http://www.ucalgary.ca/bme> and involve more than 300 faculty members with current annual research funding exceeding $75M. The university has made significant investments in Biomedical Engineering to date, including the allocation of six Tier 1 and nine Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs. A strong culture of collaboration and cross-disciplinary research excellence is enabled by significant research infrastructure located in multiple centers across campus. The University of Calgary’s transdisciplinary Biomedical Engineering research initiative drives innovations that are saving lives and revolutionizing health care. Biomedical Engineering is led by the Schulich School of Engineering, with the Cumming School of Medicine, and the faculties of Kinesiology, Nursing, Science, and Veterinary Medicine. With collaborative teams focused on human mobility, health monitoring and management including ehealth, advanced biomedical imaging, precision bio-diagnostics, regenerative medicine and novel medical technologies, our researchers are transforming health services and quality of life. The HBI is an institute based in the Cumming School of Medicine that leads the university’s Brain and Mental Health (BMH) research initiative which brings together over 300 full members working in this area from across the university. Following from its vision “Healthy Brains for Better Lives”, the strategic goals of the HBI are to make key, internationally recognized discoveries and transform clinical research in the neurosciences and mental health. To achieve this goal the HBI has created a “NeuroDiscovery Framework”, which aligns research within three themes of Brain & Behaviour, Neural Injury & Repair and Healthy Brain Aging. Each theme is composed of BMH Teams organized in a translational continuum, which includes biomedical, clinical, population and public health researchers. The teams take advantage of several key technology platforms, core facilities (such as optogenetics, neurostimulation, and advanced microscopy) and programs that support them in the pursuit of their research goals, including a nationally recognized computational neuroscience initiative. This highly enriched environment is ideally suited to foster research excellence. The successful candidate will benefit from a rich academic ecosystem, which includes world-class scholars, a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation, and an equitable, diverse, and inclusive university community that supports transdisciplinary research, partnerships and collaborations, and education excellence. The Schulich School of Engineering Strategic Plan, Schulich Momentum, identifies four pillars: 1) Indigenous Engagement, Inclusivity and Reconciliation; 2) Fostering a Community through Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility; 3) Preparing Tomorrow’s Engineering Changemakers; and 4) Elevating Research and Innovation Impact. Similarly, research and educational activities in the Hotchkiss Brain Institute are supported by its “Creating Impact: The Hotchkiss Brain Institute Strategy 2023-2027". The Schulich School of Engineering and the Hotchkiss Brain Institute are both key contributors to the University of Calgary *Ahead of Tomorrow *strategic plan, which emphasizes transdisciplinary scholarship, deeper community integration, and future-focused program delivery. For more information, please visit the Schulich School of Engineering <https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/> <https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/>or Hotchkiss Brain Institute <https://hbi.ucalgary.ca/> <https://hbi.ucalgary.ca/>websites. How to Apply *Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an application online via the 'Apply Now' link*. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents, such as publications): • Cover letter and curriculum vitae, as well as the name and contact information of three referees • Statement of research interests, accomplishments and vision (maximum 2 pages) • Statement of teaching philosophy promoting student learning and success (maximum 2 pages). This can include information on teaching experience, training, and mentoring inside and outside the classroom at the undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral levels • Statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (maximum 2 pages) ( <https://www.ucalgary.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion> https://www.ucalgary.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion) <https://www.ucalgary.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion> *Applications are accepted until September 1, 2024.* *Questions may be addressed to: * Dr. Michael Kallos Head, Department of Biomedical Engineering Email: *mskallos(a)ucalgary.ca <mskallos(a)ucalgary.ca>* The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and strives to evaluate research impact responsibly and inclusively by explicitly considering discipline-appropriate methods for demonstrating the quality, significance, and societal impact of a broad range of research contributions. The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy <https://www.ucalgary.ca/indigenous-strategy/> <https://www.ucalgary.ca/indigenous-strategy/>committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, and is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. *The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here; in particular, we encourage members of equity-deserving groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the **Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion * <https://www.ucalgary.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion>*(* <https://www.ucalgary.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion>*equity(a)ucalgary.ca <equity(a)ucalgary.ca>**) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (**hrhire(a)ucalgary.ca <hrhire(a)ucalgary.ca>**).* *All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No) * The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged but not required to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Selection committees have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of career interuptions, when assessing the candidate’s research productivity. Additional Information To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website <http://careers.ucalgary.ca/pages/academic-careers>. <http://careers.ucalgary.ca/pages/academic-careers> For more information about the Schulich School of Engineering visit schulich.ucalgary.ca <https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/> About the University of Calgary UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups <https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator-amongst-research-inst…> . <https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator-amongst-research-inst…> <https://www.ucalgary.ca/startsomething>Start something <https://www.ucalgary.ca/startsomething> <https://www.ucalgary.ca/startsomething>today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca <https://www.ucalgary.ca/>. <https://www.ucalgary.ca/> About Calgary, Alberta Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America. Posting Date: May 2024 Closing Date: September 1, 2024

Oct. 3, 2024

[CFP] PSS 2025: Workshop on Post-Singularity Symbiosis@AAAI-25

by Hiroshi Yamakawa

Dear Colleagues, We are reaching out to announce a critical call for papers for the 1st Workshop on Post-Singularity Symbiosis (PSS 2025), to be held as part of the AAAI-25 Workshop Program on March 3 or 4, 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. << Paper Submission Deadline - November 24, 2024 >> The rapid advancement of AI technology brings us closer to the potential emergence of superintelligence. While efforts to control and align AI are crucial, we must also confront a challenging reality. In the long term, maintaining complete control over intelligence far surpassing our own may prove difficult. PSS 2025 addresses this critical challenge by exploring strategies for human-superintelligence coexistence. We aim to unite human intellect in preparing for a future where superintelligence becomes dominant, ensuring human survival and welfare in this radically altered world. We've termed this preventive field of study "Post-Singularity Symbiosis," we believe there's an urgent need to expand this research area rapidly. The workshop focuses on three key areas: 1. Superintelligence Analysis 2. Superintelligence Guidance 3. Human Enhancement The probability of human survival in the face of potentially existential AI risks remains unknown. However, the smaller this probability, the more crucial our PSS efforts become. For example, even if the baseline chance of human survival is meager, our well-thought-out collective efforts in PSS might sometimes have the potential to improve this probability significantly. In an extreme case, raising a 1% chance to 10% would mean increasing our odds of survival tenfold. We invite submissions from researchers, practitioners, and thinkers across diverse fields, including AI, cognitive science, philosophy, ethics, policy, and beyond. The scope of potential research topics in PSS is vast and requires a wide range of expertise. We are pleased to announce that Dr. Roman Yampolskiy <https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=0_Rq68cAAAAJ&hl=en>, a renowned AI safety researcher, will deliver the keynote address of the workshop. Key Information: - Submission Deadline: November 24, 2024 - Paper Format: Max 8/4/2 pages for full/short/extended abstract papers, respectively (including references) - Review Process: Single-blind - Submission Portal: (It will be published on OpenReview soon; see workshop portal site.) This workshop represents a unique and vital opportunity to contribute to shaping humanity's future in an era of superintelligence. We strongly encourage you to share your insights and join us in this crucial dialogue. For more details about the workshop, potential research topics, and submission guidelines, please visit the workshop portal: https://www.aialign.net/pss-2025 The future of humanity depends on our preparedness for the post-singularity era. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at PSS 2025. With urgency and hope, Hiroshi Yamakawa The University of Tokyo / AI Alignment Network PSS 2025 Workshop Organizer

Oct. 3, 2024

Early Career Research Group Leader Position at Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health

by Philipp Berens

The “Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health” (Hertie AI) at the Faculty of Medicine of the Eberhard Karls University Tübingen is funded by the Gemeinnützige Hertie Stiftung to develop AI algorithms, which allows us to detect diseases of the nervous system earlier and to treat them better. Currently, we are seeking to recruit TWO EARLY CAREER RESEARCH GROUP LEADERS (F/M/D) who have recently finished their PhD (<3 years) at the interface of machine learning, neuroscience and clinical applications. We are looking for curious, creative individuals who want to pursue an inspiring research vision based on their track-record of demonstrating the clinical potential of machine learning techniques for better understanding diseases of the nervous system and improving brain health. Potential research topics include but are not limited to: • AI-based analysis of data from wearables, smartphones and other devices for early diagnostics and monitoring therapy success • Machine learning tools for uncovering the genetic and cellular basis of neurological and psychiatric diseases, including AI-enhanced simulations • Use of large-language models in clinical neuroscience We offer an exciting and supportive environment with access to state-of-the-art compute facilities, an initial funding package for 3 years including funding for a PhD student and mentoring and career advice through experienced faculty. Hertie AI closely collaborates with the world-class AI ecosystem in Tübingen (e.g. Cyber Valley, Cluster of Excellence “Machine Learning in Science”, Tübingen AI Center). To apply, please upload a CV (max. 2 pages), a list of publications (max. 2 pages) and a succinct research vision (1 page) as a single file pdf to the e-recruiter platform linked at https://hertie.ai/earlycareer. Application deadline: 8 November 2024 For more information visit https://hertie.ai/earlycareer Questions can be addressed to hertieai(a)medizin.uni-tuebingen.de -- Professor of Data Science, Director Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health Medical Faculty of the University of Tübingen www.hertie.ai

Oct. 2, 2024

1 PhD position in Digital Health at Potsdam University (HPI)

by Eoli, Andrea

Hi everyone, We’re looking for 1 highly motivated PhD student (d/f/m). If you’re interested -or know someone that could be-, please send the CV, a motivation letter, and a recent transcript of records in PDF to Henrike.Heyne(a)hpi.de<mailto:Henrike.Heyne@hpi.de> The project * Topic: “Predicting epilepsy with clinical data from the Mount Sinai Health System” * Who: Co-supervised by 2 PIs, Henrike Heyne<https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=S0laek4AAAAJ&hl=en> (Potsdam, Germany) and Isotta Landi<https://profiles.mountsinai.org/isotta-landi> (New York City, USA) * Where: HPI at the Potsdam University, including a 1-year stay at the Mt. Sinai Hospital in NYC. * When: start date flexible but ideally ASAP. * Data: real-world structured and unstructured Electronic Health Records, which includes clinical notes, EEG data, and genomic data. * Methods: Disease prediction, deep learning (probably including LLM and image classification). * Funding: Project funded by the Hasso-Plattner Foundation for 3 years (extension possible), travel budget included. Applicants should have * A background in (bio-)informatics, life science, medicine, statistics or related field * Advanced programming skills are a plus (R/python, others) * Experience with genetic and clinical data are a plus * Ability to work independently and in a team * Commitment to an interdisciplinary and international research project * Excellent communication skills in English For any question, please reach out to Henrike.Heyne(a)hpi.de<mailto:Henrike.Heyne@hpi.de> Thanks, Andrea Eoli

Oct. 1, 2024

Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Human Cognition

by Iordan, Coraline Rinn

The University of Rochester’s Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences seeks to hire an outstanding early-career candidate in the area of Human Cognition. Areas of study may center on any aspect of higher- level cognitive processes such as decision-making, learning and memory, concepts, language and communication, development, reasoning, metacognition, and collective cognition. We particularly welcome applications from candidates researching cognition in human subjects through behavioral, computational or neuroimaging methods. Successful candidates will develop a research program that establishes new collaborations within the department and across the university, and will also be part of a university-wide community engaged in graduate and undergraduate education. The University of Rochester is a distinguished research university, and the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences is a dynamic department with interests in the study of perception, motor control, learning, cognition, language, and development through combined neurobiological, computational, and behavioral research (http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/) It offers outstanding opportunities for developing a research program, highly ranked doctoral programs, a vibrant undergraduate major, and a collaborative environment. There is excellent collaboration among faculty across areas, and close ties to other groups in the University, particularly the Center for Visual Science, Neuroscience, Psychology, Education, Psychiatry, the Center for Language Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, the Eastman School of Music, and Biology. The city of Rochester, NY is a diverse, energetic, LGBTQ+ friendly, and family-friendly community located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the Finger Lakes region with a metropolitan population of 1+ million. Rochester also boasts a thriving arts and music culture, substantial employment opportunities in various sectors, affordable housing, a rich history of social justice, and easy access to urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods. Candidates should hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in cognitive science, psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, or another relevant domain, and should have considerable research experience. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research and teaching interests, a statement discussing the ways in which the applicant’s experiences will shape their pursuits as a member of our faculty and help them add to the University's core values of Meliora (ever better), three representative publications, and contact information of three referees via the following website: https://apply.interfolio.com/153296. Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Prof. Karl Rosengren (karl.rosengren(a)rochester.edu<mailto:karl.rosengren@rochester.edu>), chair of the search committee, or Prof. Dora Biro (dbiro(a)ur.rochester.edu<mailto:dbiro@ur.rochester.edu>), chair of the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Rolling review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024. Salary: $106,000 – $111,000 (9-month salary) The referenced pay range represents the full base range of pay for this job. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education. EOE / Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled ----------------------------------------------------- Coraline Rinn Iordan, Ph.D., 🏳️‍🌈 she / her ----------------------------------------------------- PI, Naturalistic Cognition Lab Assistant Professor, Brain and Cognitive Sciences Assistant Professor, Neuroscience Affiliated Faculty, Goergen Institute for Data Science University of Rochester ----------------------------------------------------- www2.bcs.rochester.edu/coraline-iordan<http://www2.bcs.rochester.edu/coraline-iordan> -----------------------------------------------------

Oct. 1, 2024

PhD Position in Neuro-Symbolic AI at Ulm University

by Daniel Braun

1x PhD Position (TVöD E13) in Neuro-Symbolic AI University of Ulm Institute of Neural Information Processing Faculty of Engineering, Computer Science and Psychology There is a fully funded PhD position available at the Institute of Neural Information Processing, Ulm University. At the institute we are interested in the mathematical foundations of intelligent behaviour in biological and artificial systems. The PhD topic will revolve around the fundamental question of how the abstraction capabilities of classic symbolic knowledge systems can be combined with the sub-symbolic pattern recognition capabilities of neural networks in order to allow neural networks to take existing knowledge into account when making predictions. The PhD position will be part of the newly established DFG graduate school KEMAI (Knowledge Infusion and Extraction for Explainable Medical AI). The structured PhD programme has a duration of 3 years with the possibility of extending for one more year. The candidate will have the opportunity both to make contributions to fundamental questions in AI and cognitive science and to apply their work directly in the context of medical imaging through collaboration with University Clinic. Within the same broad topic area there is a second PhD position available at the Institute of Medical Systems Biology that includes investigation of genetic markers. The applicants should have a strong mathematical background, hold a degree in natural science, mathematics, economics, psychology, computer science, engineering or similar and have a keen interest in neuroscience and artificial intelligence. The University of Ulm is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates should send a CV and a brief statement of interest to Prof. Dr. Dr. Daniel Alexander Braun daniel.braun(a)uni-ulm.de

Sept. 30, 2024

Fully funded trainee positions at CHINTA, TCG CREST, Kolkata

by Subhasis Ray

<Apologies for cross posting> Dear Colleagues, We are looking for self motivated and talented individuals for trainee positions (Research Assistant, PhD student, and Postdoc) at CHINTA, TCG CREST (https://www.tcgcrest.org/institutes/chinta/) in Kolkata, India in the following groups: Dr Agnik Dasgupta: Seeing is Believing: How does the brain develop in a living animal? We utilize optics and genetics to address this question using zebrafish! https://x.com/Agnik85 Dr Anant Jain: Understanding the mechanisms underlying behaviorally relevant synaptic plasticity using electrophysiology, two-photon imaging and behavior: https://www.tcgcrest.org/people/anant-jain/ Dr Subhasis Ray: Understanding neural circuits through experiments and simulations, developing neuro-simulator and scientific software: https://rayslab.github.io/ We have a rolling intake and the trainees will be fully funded by TCG CREST, with suitable adjustments for international candidates. We offer a highly interdisciplinary environment, with several other institutes under TCG CREST (https://www.tcgcrest.org/) conducting research in a wide range of areas such as AI, applied mathematics, and quantum computing. So in addition to biological sciences, students from diverse backgrounds like engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, and computer science, are welcome. Please spread the word to anybody who might be interested. Best, Agnik, Anant, and Subhasis ... PS : "Chinta" means "thought" in Sanskrit and related languages.

Sept. 29, 2024

Neurtex Manual Spike Sorting Contest

by Peter N. Steinmetz

I am writing to share a contest that students and postdocs (and possibly others) may be interested in. The Neurtex Manual Spike Sorting Contest is designed to assess how accurately spike sorting works in human intracranial microwire recordings and offers a $5000 first and other prizes. In the contest, participants are asked to perform spike sorting using any method they choose to identify spiking activity in 120 channels. These channels are a mixture of simulated and real recordings so accuracy can be judged directly for the simulated channels. Further details are available at https://neurtex.org/neurtex-manual-spike-sorting-contest/ . If you feel that others may be interested, a small poster announcing the contest which you can use to spread awareness of this opportunity is available at https://neurtex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Flyer.pdf . cheers, Peter -- Peter N. Steinmetz, MD, PhD Chief Scientist, Neurtex Brain Research Institute PeterNSteinmetz(a)steinmetz.org http://steinmetz.org/peter<https://www.postbox-inc.com>

Sept. 27, 2024

PhD-Researcher and Lecturer, Neurocomputation of Language, Tilburg University (1.0 fte, six years)

by Harm Brouwer

PhD-Researcher and Lecturer, Neurocomputation of Language, Department of Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence (1.0 fte, six years) The Neurocomputation of Language (NCL) lab from the Department of Cognitive Science & Artificial Intelligence (CSAI) at Tilburg University invites applications for a 6-year position. The successful applicant for this position would spend 60% of their time as a PhD student and 40% as a lecturer. The PhD project would be determined by the successful applicant and the lab director but should employ advanced statistical modeling and/or neurocomputational modeling to address one or more of the core themes of the lab: the nature and time course of language comprehension, the neural representation and computation of meaning, and the cortical organization of the language network. The educational tasks of the candidate could include leading practical sessions, grading assignments and exams, and (eventually) supervising thesis students. Requirements * Master’s degree in (computational) cognitive (neuro)science, neurobiology of language, or a related field. If you expect to obtain your degree before August 2024, you are also eligible. * Good knowledge of statistics and machine learning (practical experience with large language models is a plus). * Excellent knowledge of English and good academic writing skills. What we offer * A full-time position. * The selected candidate will receive a contract for six years. * You will receive a temporary employment contract for the duration of 12 months. A 5-year extension is offered upon a positive assessment. After one year your UFO profile will change to PhD Candidate / Lecturer. In the second year your initial education assignment is 40% and your research assignment is 60%. * A minimum gross salary of €3226- per month up to a maximum of € 4036- in the 6th year. For the duration of 12 months, you are entitled to a allowance. The amount is the difference in salary of scale 10 level 0 and scale PR level 0. * A holiday allowance of 8% and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3% (annually). * Researchers from outside the Netherlands may qualify for a tax-free allowance equal to 30% of their taxable salary (the 30% tax regulation). The University will apply for such an allowance on their behalf. Note that the 30% rule will be scaled back from 1 January 2024. For new applications, during a five-year term, the scheme will gradually decrease to a 10% rule. More specifically, this means that during the first 20 months of the term, 30% of the salary will be reimbursed untaxed. In the next 20 months, this percentage drops to 20% and during the last 20 months, the untaxed reimbursement is 10% of the salary. * Assistance in finding accommodation (for foreign employees). * Benefits such as an options model for terms and conditions of employment and reimbursement of moving expenses, also including excellent technical infrastructure, savings schemes and excellent sports facilities. The collective labor agreement of the Dutch Universities applies. Information and application More detailed project information can be provided on request: please contact dr. Harm Brouwer (h.brouwer(a)tilburguniversity.edu<mailto:h.brouwer@tilburguniversity.edu>), PI of the Neurocomputation of Language lab. To apply, please submit: * a motivation letter in which you describe why you want to be considered for this position, and why you are the right person to do it; * a full curriculum vitae, demonstrating academic excellence, including publications (if applicable); academic transcripts of your Bachelor and Master’s degrees; * a sample of writing, such as your Master’s thesis or a relevant paper; * contact details of two academic referees. The only way to apply is online<https://tiu.nu/22296>. The position is open until filled. The start date is as soon as possible, but in agreement with the candidate. Neurocomputation of Language lab The Neurocomputational of Language (NCL) lab combines neurocomputational modeling with empirical experimentation to investigate the neural basis of language. Grounded in principles of neural information processing, and informed by empirical insights on the nature and time course of comprehension, our models aim to offer mechanistic explanations of how an interpretation is constructed in real time as spoken or written linguistic signal unfolds on a, more or less, word-by-word basis. See the lab website for more information: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/tshd/departments/dca/lab/ne… The department of Cognitive Science & Artificial Intelligence (CSAI) The Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence department (https://csai.nl/) at Tilburg University is part of the Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences. The department emphasizes innovative research spanning a wide array of fields including computational linguistics and language technology, data-science, human-robot interaction, virtual reality and serious games. CSAI is a member of the Benelux Association for Artificial Intelligence, participates in the Special Interest Group for AI (SIG AI), and also participates in the Confederation of Laboratories for Artificial Intelligence Research in Europe (CLAIRE). Tilburg University and the CSAI department offer a vibrant international environment, with current CSAI staff originating from more than 10 countries. Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences Research and education at the Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences (TSHD) has a unique focus on humans in the context of the globalizing digital society, on the development of artificial intelligence and interactive technologies, on their impact on communication, culture and society, and on moral and existential challenges that arise. The School of Humanities and Digital Sciences consists of four departments: Communication and Cognition, Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence, Culture Studies and Philosophy; several research institutes and a faculty office. Also the University College Tilburg is part of the School. Each year around 275 students commence a Bachelor or (Pre) Master Program. The School has approximately 2000 students and 250 employees. Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences<https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/humanities/> Recruitment code Tilburg University applies the recruitmentcode<https://kmt.nvp-hrnetwerk.nl/download/?id=21374> of the Dutch Association for Personnel Management & Organization Development (NVP). Disclaimer The text of this vacancy advertisement is copyright-protected property of Tilburg University. Use, distribution and further disclosure of the advertisement without express permission from Tilburg University is not allowed, and this applies explicitly to use by recruitment and selection agencies which do not act directly on the instructions of Tilburg University. Responses resulting from recruitment by non-contractors of Tilburg Universities will not be handled. -- Dr. Harm Brouwer | Associate Professor Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence | Tilburg University Research Unit Leader | Computational Models of Brain and Behavior Principal Investigator | Neurocomputation of Language lab http://www.hbrouwer.eu/

Sept. 27, 2024

Faculty Position - Computational Neuroscience @ Middlebury College

by Dash, Mike

Dear Colleagues, Middlebury College is currently accepting applications for a tenure-track, computational neuroscientist to begin Fall 2025. If you’re interested in working with talented and motivated undergraduate students, in an academic environment that balances teaching (typically two courses per semester) and research, we encourage you to review our job posting (see below) and apply online: https://apply.interfolio.com/148567 Review of applications begins October 11th, 2024. Thanks, Mike Dash Associate Professor of Psychology and Program in Neuroscience Middlebury College ---------- COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENTIST AT MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE. The Program in Neuroscience invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with a preferred focus in computational neuroscience or neurogenomics, beginning in Fall 2025. The Program in Neuroscience is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the growing diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, scholarship, and service. Commitment to inclusive pedagogy, mentoring, and advising a diverse population of students is essential. Applicants should have a Ph.D., postdoctoral experience, demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, and a proposed research program in computational neuroscience or neurogenomics that involves undergraduate students. The successful candidate is expected to be able to teach a course in cellular and molecular neuroscience and/or behavioral neuroscience. In addition, the candidate will contribute to the neuroscience curriculum with a course in statistics, and an upper-level elective broadly relevant to the field of computational neuroscience or neurogenomics. The candidate will occasionally contribute to Middlebury’s First Year Seminar Program and Winter Term course offerings. All faculty at Middlebury College are also expected to contribute to service to the College including, but not limited to, committee membership and serving as Director or Chair of a Program or Department. Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in both faculty teaching and research. It is also committed to fostering a truly inclusive, open, and supportive learning, teaching, and working environment. The College hires faculty from around the world and a myriad of life experiences, cultures, frames of reference, social identities, and learning perspectives to help cultivate and advance innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our talented and distinguished student body. To that end, Middlebury College seeks applications from people who would contribute to our increasingly diverse educational community not only through their backgrounds and interests, but in age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, religion, and physical ability.     Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Through Interfolio submit: a letter of application addressed to Professor Mark Spritzer, search committee chair; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research interests and plans; a statement of inclusion; and three current letters of recommendation which speak to teaching ability. At Middlebury, we strive to make our campus a respectful, engaged community that embraces difference, with all the complexity and individuality each person brings. With your application materials, provide a separate statement (1-2 pages) addressing how your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service demonstrate a commitment to and/or evidence of engaging with issues of diversity and inclusion. Review of applications will begin on October 11, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information on our background check policy can be found here: http://go.middlebury.edu/backgroundchecks. 

Sept. 26, 2024