Doctoral Student

Concordia University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a passionate individual for a fully-funded PhD student position in neurotechnology. This exciting opportunity involves conducting cutting-edge research in deep learning with functional neuroimaging data and developing innovative solutions in neurofeedback virtual reality. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess strong communication skills, along with experience in bio-signal processing and virtual reality software development. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to advancing knowledge and technology in this transformative field.

Qualifications

• MSc in Computer Science or related fields required; strong BSc holders considered.
• Experience with EEG, fMRI, and neuroimage processing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in neurotechnology focusing on deep learning and neurofeedback.
• Engage in projects involving functional neuroimaging data and virtual reality.

Skills

Deep learning

Neuroimaging data processing

Communication skills

Bio-signal processing (EEG)

Virtual reality software development

Education

MSc in Computer Science

BSc in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

C++

C#

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Concordia University

Fully-funded PhD student position(s) in neurotechnology - deep learning with functional neuroimaging data; neurofeedback virtual reality

Starting date: Sep 2025 or Jan 2026

Health-X Lab: http://www.healthx-lab.ca

Responsibilities

Conducting research in the field of neurotechnology, with topics on deep learning with functional neuroimaging data and neurofeedback virtual reality.

Qualifications

Deep learning with functional neuroimaging data:

• Hold a MSc degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software/Electrical/Biomedical Engineering. Very strong BSc holders will also be considered.
• Experience with EEG, functional MRI, and neuroimage processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous publications in the relevant fields in high-impact venues is a plus.
• Experience with bio-signal processing (e.g., EEG).
• Experience with virtual reality software development (C++/C#, Unity/Unreal).

Contact

If you are interested in the positions, please forward your complete CV, transcript, and a brief introduction of yourself to yiming.xiao-AT-concordia.ca.

Health-X Lab is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/ Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Higher Education