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 Group, led by Professor Thomas Knösche, offers a Postdoc position (m/f/d) for 3 years.

The successful candidate will work on a DFG-funded project dedicated to investigating the mechanisms underlying the effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) of the human motor cortex, using advanced electrophysiological measurement techniques combined with biophysical modeling. The project will be carried out in cooperation between the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences, the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the MPI-CBS.

Candidates should hold a PhD and have a background in engineering, computer science, neuroscience, physics, or a related field, as well as a keen interest in neuroscience. Good computer programming skills (e.g., C++, Matlab, Python) are necessary. The ideal candidate would have experience in EEG or MEG (or similar) experimentation, data analysis, and modeling. Prior exposure to volume conduction modeling and/or source analysis would be beneficial.

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.

The position is offered for three years. The starting date is, in principle, flexible, while we aim to get started as soon as possible. The salary is fixed in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector: TVöD E13. We look forward to receiving your complete online application (reference number "PostDoc 16/25” ). Please submit through the online application system on the MPI-CBS website: (1) a statement describing your research interest and motivation to apply for this position as well as your relevant qualifications (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 the application – it will remain open until filled. Please feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Thomas R. Knösche ( knoesche@cbs.mpg.de ) for informal enquires about the position.

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