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The positions are available in the framework of the EU-project NeuroVers-it (Neuro-Cognitive Science and Information Technology, one of the Marie Curie research training networks). The EU-project aims at collaborative, highly multidisciplinary research between 11 european research institutions in the areas Neuro-cognitive Science and Robotics/IT. Topics are Self-learning and configuring systems, Bi-directional living-electronic interfaces, and Integrated self-learning living artefacts.

 

The vacancies reside in the group Biomedical Signals and Systems, Chair Neurotechnology, Department Electrical Engineering/Institute for Biomedical Technology (Faculty Electrical Engineering, mathematics and Computer Science). The specific research topic is the development of mathematical/simulation models for the evolution of in vitro cultured neuronal networks (connectivity and plasticity). The models will be based on (in-house and externally obtained) experimental data from cultured networks. They involve the evolution of ‘stand-alone’ networks (spontaneous behaviour) as well as ‘sensory connected’ (to the outside world), modulated and trained networks.

PhD student (4 years)

What we expect:

Recent MSc diploma in biophysics/electrical engineering/informatics/statistics or BME. Expertise in neurophysiology experimentation and mathematics/stochastic modeling/simulation.

What we offer:
We offer a full-time position with a maximum duration of 4 years. The gross salary for the PhD student will range from € 1877 in the first year to € 2407 per month in the fourth year, according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. Salary will be supplemented by EU-mobility allowances. Candidates can not be Dutch citizens.

Postdoc (1 year, with possibility for extension to 2 or 4 years)

What we expect:

PhD diploma (not older than 6 years) in biophysics/neuroscience/neural networks/statistics or BME. Strong expertise in neuro-informatic modeling.

What we offer:

We offer a full-time position with a maximum duration of 4 years. The gross salary for the postdoc student will depend on experience, minimum is € 2639 per month, according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. Salary will be supplemented by EU-mobility allowances. Candidates can not be Dutch citizens. Both positions involve extensive personal career plans and training, at UT and at several partner labs, a Neuroengineering summer school courses and eLearning platform facilities.

Information and application
For information about this position you may contact : Prof. dr. Wim L.C. Rutten, professor of Neurotechnology.
Tel: +31 53 4892761 or 4892760
e-mail: w.l.c.rutten@utwente.nl