PhD/Postdoc Positions in AI/Brain Research at the University of Birmingham
*PhD/Postdoc Positions at the Interface of Neuroscience and Machine Learning* The lab of Dr Jian Liu invites applications for several PhD/Postdoc positions at the interface of computational neuroscience and machine learning, at the School of Computer Science University of Birmingham. Research projects will involve theoretical analysis, computational modeling, and data analysis, with worldwide collaborations of neuroscience experimentalists, clinicians, and robotic engineers. We are working on a wide range of topics, from fundamental neuroscience questions, AR/VR in cognition, and brain diseases from molecules to systems, to robotic applications. For representative examples and publications, please visit: http://jiankliu.github.io Candidates with a quantitative background are welcome. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a spirit of intellectual adventure. The positions will come with competitive work conditions. Generous traveling budgets are available. Please send the following information to the contract point at https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/computer-science/academic-staff/... - Detailed CV with publications; - Letter on motivation and interests; - Other relevant materials of interest; The School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham is one of the leading UK institutions for research and teaching in computer science. Our research is ranked 3rd across all UK universities according to the latest UK-wide Research Excellence Framework. Education is ranked 7th in the UK for computer science, according to 2023 tables. While pursuing excellence in research and education, we also aim to optimize our positive impact on society—examples include collaborations with industry partners and charities, commercialisation activities and an extensive wider participation programme. The University of Birmingham is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. We are committed to being an inclusive workplace that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. If female candidates are selected, the maternity leave will be fully guaranteed and the children care responsibilities will be satisfied (e.g. working in part time). We will also actively promote gender equality in education and employment opportunities through workshops, seminars, webinars, and university open days.
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Jian Liu