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[oby@TechFak.Uni-Bielefeld.DE]

Research Position in Computational Neuroscience

Technische Fakultaet (computer science), University of Bielefeld, Germany

Our research group in computational neuroscience is part of the
university's young CS-department. We study the role self-organization and
pattern formation processes in neural development as well as information
processing strategies employed by primate visual cortex. Recent
publications include: Obermayer et al. (1990), Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci.  USA
87, 8345-8349; Obermayer et al. (1992), Phys. Rev. A 45, 7568-7589;
Obermayer and Blasdel (1993), J. Neurosci.13, 4114-4129.

Recently we have started a project with focus on the role of long range
lateral connections in the visual cortex, which is part of an international
collaboration involving a neurophysiology group at Harvard U. (USA) and a
neuroanatomy group at London U. (GB).  A graduate student position has
become available for this project. The appointee is expected to choose a
project out of the following areas:

1. The development of computer software for neuroanatomical tracing and
section alignment, for cell reconstruction, and for the automatic
recognition of important features including vasculature, axons, and
synaptic boutons.

2. Computer models of neuronal circuits based on the observed patterns of
lateral connections, and a comparison of predicted filter properties with
experimental data.

3. Computer models involving long-range connections, which should explore
their possible role in adaptation and contextual effects.
 

Candidates should be familiar with C or C++ and should have background in
one of the following areas:

1. graphics programming and computer vision
2. neuroanatomy
3. neural modelling

The position can be made available beginning June 1st. Salary is equivalent
to BATIIa/2, but the position may be upgraded to a full BATII position.


Please send applications including CV, copies of certificates, and a
statement of research interests to:

Dr. Klaus Obermayer
Technische Fakultaet, Universitaet Bielefeld,
Universitaetsstrasse 25, 33615 Bielefeld,
phone: 49-521-106-6058, fax: 49-521-106-6011
e-mail: oby at techfak.uni-bielefeld.de