PhD Candidate in Computational Neuroscience - Dynamics

1000scholars; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Computational Neuroscience within the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience. The role focuses on developing mathematical and computational models of heterogeneous representations in the brain, informed by experimental data, with NeuroAI considerations.

Starting as soon as possible, the successful candidate will present at international conferences, participate in courses, and complete NTNU's PhD coursework while contributing to the lab

Qualifications

• Education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian degree program, with 120 credits at master level.
• Master's degree must be completed before starting the position.
• Strong mathematical background is essential.
• Coding experience is required.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Present results at international conferences and attend courses and schools on relevant topics.
• Contribute to the scientific environment at the lab and at the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience.
• Complete the coursework mandated by the PhD program in neuroscience at NTNU.

Skills

Strong mathematical background

Coding experience

Excellent English communication

Education

Master's degree in mathematics, physics, neuroscience or computer science

Undergraduate degree in Physics or Mathematics

High academic standing (B or better)

Job description

NTNU invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Computational Neuroscience within the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience. The role focuses on developing mathematical and computational models of heterogeneous representations in the brain, informed by experimental data, with NeuroAI considerations.

Starting as soon as possible, the successful candidate will present at international conferences, participate in courses, and complete NTNU's PhD coursework while contributing to the lab