Dear Computational Neuroscience Community,

Please find below our job posting for Postdoc positions in the labs of Prof. Stefan Rotter, Prof. Ulrich Egert and Dr. Robert Schmidt / Dr. Arvind Kumar at the Bernstein Center Freiburg (BCF), Germany.

Best regards

Birgit Ahrens

PostDoc position on computational models of dopamine neuromodulation

One PostDoc position is available from the Cluster of Excellence BrainLinks-BrainTools in Freiburg (Germany) in the research groups of Robert Schmidt and Arvind Kumar located at the Bernstein Center Freiburg.

The project is focused on studying the effect of dopamine on the basal ganglia network dynamics and on motor output. In particular, simulations of basal ganglia circuits will be used to characterize the functional role of dopamine through the complex modulation of membrane and synaptic properties of striatal cells. The results of this project are expected to contribute to develop new treatment strategies for akinesia, rigidity, bradykinesia and levodopa-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson's Disease.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in computational neuroscience demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications. Advanced programming skills (e.g. Matlab or Python), high motivation and a vivid interest in neuroscientific research are mandatory. Experience in the analysis of neurophysiological data and computational modelling is expected.

The position is initially for one year (100% TV-L E13) and can be extended to a total of 30 months after successful internal evaluation of the project. Please send a single PDF containing your CV, and a scientific research statement (max. 2 pages) to dopamine@brainlinks-braintools.uni-freiburg.de. In addition, please arrange 2-3 referees to send their recommendation letters directly to the same e-mail address. Application deadline is the 31st March, 2014 and the position starts latest October 2014.

Further details on: www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de/jobs

Postdoc Position on Structure and Dynamics of Cortical Networks in the Computational Neuroscience lab of Prof. Stefan Rotter

Our goal is to understand the interplay between network topology and spiking activity dynamics in the neocortex and other parts of the mammalian brain, and to explore the possibilities and constraints of dynamical brain function. Our main tools are mathematical/numerical network modeling and statistical data analysis, often used side by side within the framework of stochastic point processes and statistical graph theory. In collaboration with physiologists and anatomists, we seek to develop new perspectives for the model-based analysis and interpretation of neuronal signals.

We are a young group of researchers from mathematics, physics, computer science and biology and invite applications to join the lab for a 2-3 year PostDoc project, and to enter the PostDoc program in Computational Neuroscience at the Bernstein Center Freiburg.

Please apply online via our online application form and indicate "Rotter" as preferred project. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Further details on: www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de/jobs

Postdoc position in Non-Clinical Epilepsy Research in the Biomicrotechnology lab of Prof. Ulrich Egert

We are currently offering a Postdoc position (2 years) in the Laboratory for Biomicrotechnology (http://www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de/people/details/egert) at the University of Freiburg.

The project investigates mechanisms underlying mesiotemporal lobe epilepsy from the perspective of the dysfunction of interaction between subnetworks in the hippocampal formation (Froriep et al. 2012, Epilepsia). We aim to use targeted stimulation to reduce the circuit's susceptibility for seizures.

It is essential that you have a background in neuroscience, ideally in experimental neurophysiology in vivo as well as a PhD degree. You should further be competent in data analysis and have an affinity for the network perspective.

The project is part of the Cluster of Excellence "BrainLinks-BrainTools'' (www.brainlinks.uni-freiburg.de) together with the Bernstein Center Freiburg (www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de) and will combine neurophysiology, computational neuroscience and neurotechnology.

Please apply online via our online application form and indicate "Egert" as preferred project. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Further details on: www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de/jobs

Postdoc position in Neurotechnology & Computational Neuroscience in the lab of Prof. Stefan Rotter

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to join an international team of scientists and engineers in the NeuroSeeker project (see http://www.neuroseeker.eu/). The goal of the project is to develop and apply new methods and software to improve the yield of novel high-resolution probes for recording activity from many neurons simultaneously.

Candidates should hold a PhD in physics, applied mathematics, computer science or biology, with proven experience in software engineering and user-oriented application programming (C++ and/or Python). Specific knowledge and scientific publications in the fields of "statistical analysis of neuronal data" and/or "numerical methods and data structures in the neurosciences" are a requirement.

Funding is already available, starting date is negotiable.

Please apply online via our online application form and indicate "Rotter" as preferred project. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Further details on: www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de/jobs

-- Dr. Birgit Ahrens --
Coordinator for the Teaching & Training Programs
Bernstein Center Freiburg
Albert-Ludwig University of Freiburg
Hansastr. 9a
D - 79104 Freiburg
Germany

Phone: +49 (0) 761 203-9575
Fax: +49 (0) 761 203-9559

Email: birgit.ahrens@bcf.uni-freiburg.de
Web: www.bcf.uni-freiburg.de