PhD position (m/f/d) for 3 years

The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI CBS) in Leipzig, Germany, is an internationally recognized research institute of the Max Planck Society and is dedicated to the study of human cognitive abilities and brain processes as well as the development of neuroimaging methods. The Brain Networks Research and Development Group, led by Professor Thomas Knösche, offers a PhD position (m/f/d) for 3 years.

The position

The project is dedicated to elucidating the role of long-range brain connectivity in human language processing and will involve EEG and MRI experiments as well as realistic modeling of biological neural networks. It is a cooperation between the TU Berlin, the TU Chemnitz, the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the MPI-CBS, funded by the DFG.

Requirements

Candidates should hold a master (or equivalent) degree and have a background in engineering, computer science, neuroscience, physics, or similar, as well as a keen interest in neuroscience. Good computer programming skills (e.g., C++, Matlab, Python) are necessary. Some experience in EEG or MEG experimenting and data analysis would be beneficial, though not strictly required. Skills or interest in MRI processing (especially diffusion MRI), biophysical neural modeling, and machine learning are welcome.

What we offer

The Institute offers a world-leading research environment with outstanding facilities and research infrastructure (five MR scanners, including a 3T Connectom and 7T Terra.X; MEG; EEG TMS). The Brain Networks group is dedicated to the development of methods to investigate, model, and understand brain networks and how they give rise to human behavior and cognition. Current projects are centered around non-invasive brain stimulation of the motor system, sensory perception, the relation between human cognition and machine learning, and others.

Application

The position is currently offered for three years with the possibility of an extension by another year subject to future funding acquisition. Starting date is flexible. The salary is fixed in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector: 65% TVöD E13. Funding is available for three years. We look forward to receiving your complete online application (reference number “PhD 10/25”). To apply, please submit

1. a statement describing your research interest and motivation to apply for one of these positions as well as your qualifications for the positions (max. 2 pages),
2. a full CV,
3. transcript of records for the master and bachelor degrees, and
4. names and contact details of up to two potential referees.

There is no formal closing date for applications. Please feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Thomas R. Knösche (knoesche@cbs.mpg.de) for informal enquires about the position.

The Max Planck Society seeks to employ more people with disabilities and strongly encourages them to apply. Furthermore, we actively support the compatibility of work and family life. The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity.