Connectionists: Positions in Visual Neuroscience, KU Leuven

[Zoe Kourtzi]

 Post-doctoral and PhD student positions are available to work with Zoe Kourtzi in collaboration with colleagues (P Janssen, W Vanduffel, R Vogels) at the Lab of Neurophysiology, University of Leuven. Our research aims to understand the neural circuits and learning mechanisms that support visual recognition in the primate brain. Projects will involve comparative work in human and non-human primates using brain imaging and interventional approaches. The work will combine psychophysics, advanced computational analysis methods (i.e. machine learning), brain imaging (fMRI, EEG, MRS, TMS), neurophysiology and pharmacology. Topics include: learning and brain plasticity, visual perception and object recognition, cognitive ageing.
Research will be conducted within well-equipped labs that incorporate a range of bespoke equipment. The Lab of Neurophysiology provides an excellent working environment with a pronounced research focus and international expertise in Vision Science, Neurophysiology and Neuroimaging. Facilities include, an Imaging Centre with integrated equipment for the study of human and non-human primates (3T scanners, PET, EEG, TMS). Our research group further benefits from regular interactions with a wide network of international collaborators.
Candidates should have strong background in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Psychology, Physics, Mathematics or a related field. Programming skills (e.g. Matlab, C) are essential and experience with brain imaging or physiology is desirable.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Zoe Kourtzi: z.kourtzi at bham.ac.uk<mailto:z.kourtzi at bham.ac.uk>
Applications should include a CV, brief statement of research interests, and the names of 3 referees.