Postdoctoral Researcher, Neurophysiology / Computational modeling of primate visual cortex

Faculty of Medicine invites applications for a position of

Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of computational neuroscience

for a fixed-term of 2 years.

Our research

Our research focuses on understanding the functions of the cerebral cortex by simulating microcircuit systems involved in primate vision. The primary goal is to integrate biological insights with theoretical approaches and validate these models through numerical simulations. This work bridges neurobiology, computer science, and vision research.

Requirements

We are looking for a PhD who has a strong background in neurobiology and experience in python coding.

In addition, we appreciate familiarity with vision and fluency in math. Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required.

The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. International staff is supported in relocating to Finland: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome.

What we offer

This is a full-time position based in Meilahti Campus, Helsinki, Finland, and is expected to start on 2025 or earlier for duration of 2 years.

The salary will be based on the University salary scheme for research and teaching staff. The starting salary will be ca. 3 700 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.  A trial period of six months will be applied.

The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, unemployment and pension fund, a generous holiday package, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.

How to apply

Please submit your application, together with a motivation letter including a summary of your research interests, CV, list of publications and two letters of reference, through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the ‘Apply now’ button.

Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) submit their applications by using the Employee Login button.

The closing date for application is 31.10.2024.

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group.

For further information, please contact Simo Vanni [simo dot vanni at helsinki dot fi]

About us

The University of Helsinki is a research-oriented university which offers a stimulating and international environment. The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Helsinki, together with Helsinki University Central Hospital, The Helsinki Institute of Life Science, and the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland forms the Academic Medical Center Helsinki. This medical campus ranks among the 10 best medical centers at European level and the 50 best centers in the world. More info on the Faculty or Medicine and AMCH can be found here: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-of-medicine.

The Helsinki region has a vibrant neuroscience and vision research community. The Department of Physiology, located at Biomedicum Helsinki, is a mixed research and teaching unit with a strong focus on neuroscience and a growing emphasis on computational neuroscience. We are a small theoretical group of 2 people at the moment, often collaborating with experimental researchers. More info on our research group can be found here: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/researchgroups/visual-neuroscience.