Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational neuroscience

Theoretical Neuroscience group, Centre for Cognition & Decision Making Moscow, Russia

Centre for Cognition & Decision Making in Moscow, Russia, invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the field of computational neuroscience, topics include:

·      Synchronization in neuronal networks including chimera states. Development of approaches for identification of network coherent states.

·      Generation mechanisms of macroscopic brain oscillations; identification of network coherent states and experimental features of macroscopic brain rhythms.

·      Modelling of the dopamine system consisting of large-scale neuronal networks of the Ventral Tegmental Area and Prefrontal Cortex (PFC). Search for dynamical mechanisms of reinforcement learning withing this model.

·      Development of new methods of data processing based of artificial intelligence and graph representation of experimental cognitive data (EEG, fMRI, MEG).

Requirements

The general requirements for the postdoctoral fellowship positions are the following:

●     Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of computational neuroscience or nonlinear dynamics which was awarded over the last 5 years or received before starting work at HSE in a relevant field by an internationally recognized university and has been assessed by external reviewers as having the potential to pursue research that is publishable in leading peer-reviewed journals;

●     Candidates should have a strong background in computation neuroscience, nonlinear dynamics and theory of synchronization, as well as excellent programming skills (Python, Matlab, etc.).

●      Fluent English is an obligatory condition as research and other activities are conducted in English. Knowledge of Russian is not required;

●     Relevant experience will be an asset although not required.

The position involves:

●     working under the direct supervision of the PIs in the Theoretical Neuroscience Group, HSE;

●     participants are encouraged to pursue their own research along with working on Centre for Cognition & Decision Making research projects such as:

o  Synchronization theory of neuronal networks

o  Modeling of dopamine system

o  New methods of cognitive data processing

●     writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the members of the Centre for Cognition & Decision Making;

●     participation in the events of the Centre for Cognition & Decision Making and other contribution to the Centre development;

●     public presentations of candidate’s own research to the academic community;

●     some teaching is encouraged, though not required.

Conditions

Appointments are made for one year. Postdoctoral fellows have high opportunity of renewal of the contract (no more than two times) in case of outstanding performance.

HSE University offers postdoctoral fellows a competitive salary, the standard medical insurance plan; a working space equipped with a computer and free Internet access at the University.

The Centre for Cognition & Decision Making offers access to its facilities, laboratories, software for research.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online. Please provide a CV, a statement of research interest and a recent research paper submitted via the online application form. At least two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru before the application deadline. Please note that direct applications to the hiring laboratory/centre/department may not be reviewed.

Read more about the application process here.

The deadline for the applications is January 31, 2024

Apply now

For more information:

-       about Postdoctoral Fellowship -Frequently Asked Questions

-       about HSE university –official web-site

-       about the TNG,CCDM or contact denis.zakharov@hse.ru directly

-       about international specialists' life in Moscow -International Faculty Support page

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru