PhD Position - Multi-Modal Models of Human Brain Development, Function and
Cognition
PhD Position - Multi-Modal Models of Human Brain Development, Function and
Cognition
We are seeking a PhD student fellow to join the Multiscale Neurodevelopment
team in the Institute of Neuroscience and Medicine - Brain and Behaviour
(INM-7). The Multiscale Neurodevelopment team studies the maturation of
cortical architecture, connectivity and functional dynamics across early life.
Using multiscale frameworks in combination with computational modelling, we
aim to better understand cognitive maturation and psychiatric illness. Theis
position involves in vivo MRI and EEG as well as post mortem brain samples
and it is suitable for a researcher that aspires to work at the cutting edge
of computational neuroscience.
Your Job
Generating growth models of human neurodevelopment, using unsupervised and
supervised learning approaches
Optimising leaning models to predict clinical phenotypes and cognitive
maturation from brain development
Working with a broad range of imaging modalities (e.g. structural,
diffusion-weighted and functional MRI, intracranial EEG)
Development of MRI analysis toolboxes
Efficient production of high-quality scientific articles
Close cooperation with an interdisciplinary team of neuroscientists,
computer scientists and clinicians
Your Profile
Excellent university degree (Master) in neuroscience or a related field
of study
Extensive experience with programming (Python or Matlab)
Passionate about human neuroanatomy and cognitive neuroscience
Highly advanced and flexible command of written and spoken English is
required (at least C1 level according to the CEFR:
https: // go.fzj.de/languagerequirements ), ideally supported by a
certificate confirming the language level
Our Benefits for You
Meaningful tasks: Become a team member of a highly motivated team,
embedded with an international and interdisciplinary working environment
at one of Europe's largest research establishments
Knowledge & further training: Your professional development is
important to us – we provide targeted, individual support
Campus experience: Our research campus in the countryside creates
ideal conditions for collegial exchange and sporting activities right on
site. Our cafeteria offers a wide range of options—you can enjoy a
relaxing lunch break with a lake view
Work-life balance: Optimal conditions for balancing work and private
life, as well as a family-friendly company policy. The option of flexible
working (in terms of location) is generally available after consultation
and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments
Vacation: You will receive 30 days of vacation plus additional days
off (e.g. between Christmas and New Year's)
Fixed-term: The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years
Fair remuneration: Depending on your existing qualifications and the
tasks assigned to you, you will be classified in pay grade 13 (65 %) of
the TVöD-Bund (Collective Agreement for the Public Service). In addition
to the basic salary, there is an additional year-end bonus under the
collective pay agreement amounting to 75% of a monthly salary, as well as
capital-forming benefits. All information on the TVöD-Bund collective
agreement can be found on the BMI website. The monthly salaries in euros
can be found on page 74 of the PDF download
Support for international employees: Our International Advisory
Service makes it easier for international employees to get started
In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer
you much more: https: // go.fzj.de/benefits
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of
age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and
religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal
opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to
us.
The following links provide further information on diversity and equal
opportunities: https: // go.fzj.de/equality and on specific support options for
women: https: // go.fzj.de/womens-job-journey
Place of Employment: Jülich
Start Date: To the next possible date
Salary: Pay group 13 (65%) TVöD-Bund
Application Deadline: The position will be published until it is
successfully filled
Index number: 2026D-0742
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