Jubilee Joint Associate (Postdoctoral Research Fellow) in Computational
Neuroscience and AI @ The Australian National University
The John Curtin
School of Medical Research and the School of Computing at the Australian National University are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for joint appointment of up to 3 years to work in the areas of computational neuroscience and artificial intelligence. The
successful candidate will hold the title of Jubilee Joint Associate and work under the supervision of Jubilee Joint Fellow Dr Michael McCullough in the Computational Neuroscience Group within the Eccles Institute of Neuroscience and Computational Science Cluster
within the School of Computing. The Jubilee Joint Associate will undertake independent research within one or more of the following themes:
This is an exciting
opportunity to start building research independence, work at the interface of two rapidly evolving fields, and collaborate with leading experts in neuroscience, biomedicine and computer science.
For further
information, please contact Dr Michael McCullough at michael.mccullough@anu.edu.au
About You
Our
ideal candidate will have completed a PhD (or is expecting to be awarded a PhD within six months of appointment commencement) in computational neuroscience, computer science, mathematics, physics, or equivalent qualifications and experience in a related area.
Applicants should have an emerging track record of research in the fields of computational neuroscience, artificial intelligence, computational biology or complex systems as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. Experience in
student supervision and mentoring is desirable but not essential.
About the John Curtin School of Medical Research
The John Curtin School of Medical Research is a leading centre of medical research
in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s most pressing biomedical issues. The Eccles Institute of Neuroscience is an internationally recognised research institute based in the John Curtin School of Medical Research
dedicated to understanding the brain and nervous system. The Institute is home to a diverse community of independent research groups, with a focus on cellular and synaptic physiology, sensory physiology, retina, and muscle.
About the School of Computing
The School of Computing has a strong foundation in computing and information
sciences at ANU. We are a transformative centre for research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer systems and software, and theoretical foundations of computing. We span traditional and modern thinking, connecting decades of computer science
methodologies with modern data and computational science. Our mission is motivated by the need to design, drive and sustain strategic activities via five broad focus areas: Computing Foundations, Computational Science, Intelligent Systems, Data Science and
Analytics, and the Software Innovation Institute. Be part of an innovative and forward-looking intellectual agenda, built on a diverse, inclusive culture.
The ANU provides attractive benefits and excellent support
to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. This also includes generous parental leave,
the possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, ANU school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus. For more information, visit: https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources
Applicant Information
In order to apply for this role you will need to upload
the following documents via the ANU Jobs portal with your application:
A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a full publication list and the names
and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
A statement addressing the selection criteria.
A 1-2 page statement outlining a proposed research project.
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Michael H McCullough, PhD [he/him/his]
School of Computing & Eccles Institute of Neuroscience, John Curtin School of Medical Research
The Australian National University
Canberra ACT 2600