Fully funded PhD student position in Neuroethology/Systems Neuroscience
Vanessa Stempel
Call for a PhD
student in Neuroethology/ Systems Neuroscience
A fully funded PhD position is available in our research group “Instinctive Behaviour Circuits”, headed by Dr. Vanessa Stempel.
About the lab. Our goal is to identify canonical neuronal computations and plasticity mechanisms that impart flexibility to instinctive behaviours. To answer these questions, we use a state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary approach: we perform in vivo neural activity recordings and manipulation experiments in ethologically-relevant behavioural tasks in mice, and combine these with molecular, cellular and circuit-level analyses in vitro (for details see: https://brain.mpg.de/stempel).
Your profile. We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative student with a keen interest in neuroethological approaches to systems neuroscience and strong quantitative skills. You hold an excellent Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Neuroscience or a related field (e.g. biology, physics, computer science, engineering, maths). A basic knowledge of neuroscience is preferable but not required. In exceptional cases, a BSc degree in a relevant field may be sufficient.
The successful candidate will have a track record of academic and research excellence and will be fluent in written and spoken English. Experience with experimental and data analysis techniques relevant to our research program will be a plus. We are especially encouraging students with prior experience in electrophysiological recordings and programming to apply.
How to apply. We look
forward to receiving your application as one PDF-document including a letter of
motivation (one page: including research experiences and future career plans),
CV, Master's degree certificate and transcript, Bachelor's degree certificate
and transcript.
This call will be open until the
position is filled.
For further information, and to submit your application, please contact: Dr. Vanessa Stempel (vanessa...@brain.mpg.de).
Max Planck Research Group Leader
Max Planck Institute for Brain Research
Max-von-Laue-Str. 4
60438 Frankfurt, Germany